Dental Hygienist

Talent With Heart; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); In loco; USD 65.000 - 87.000; Tempo pieno

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Comprehensive benefits package

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Talent With Heart is hiring a full-time Dental Hygienist in Pittsburgh, PA. You will provide high-quality preventive and therapeutic dental care in a community health center setting, focusing on patient-centered oral health and supporting clinic operations.

The role involves comprehensive oral assessments, radiographic imaging, prophylaxis, fluoride treatments, and patient education. You will document findings, coordinate referrals, and uphold infection control standards in a fast-paced team

Competenze

• Licensed dental hygienist with current credentials or the ability to obtain licensure in Pennsylvania.
• Strong knowledge of dental hygiene protocols and preventive care.

Mansioni

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with licensure and protocols.
• Conduct oral assessments including medical history review and charting.
• Take and interpret radiographs and intraoral images.
• Perform prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, debridement, fluoride, and sealants.
• Monitor vital signs and overall oral health at visits.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, nutrition, and preventive care.
• Document findings and treatment plans in the dental record.
• Coordinate referrals and follow-up with specialists.
• Maintain infection control and sterilization standards.
• Assist clinic operations, recalls, and supply management.
• Collaborate with dental assistants and providers during peak times.

Conoscenze

Dental hygiene

Radiographs

Infection control

Patient education

Charting and documentation

Descrizione del lavoro

Dental Hygienist

Compensation: $65K - $87K per year + Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job Type: Full Time. 4/10 hour days.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

We are seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to provide high-quality preventive and therapeutic dental care within a community health center setting. This role focuses on delivering patient-centered oral healthcare, supporting overall clinic operations, and participating in community dental health education initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with licensure and established dental hygiene protocols
• Conduct comprehensive oral assessments, including medical history review, dental and periodontal charting
• Take and interpret radiographs and intraoral images
• Perform prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, debridement, fluoride treatments, and sealants
• Monitor blood pressure and assess overall oral health status at each visit
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, nutrition, and preventive care
• Document all clinical findings, treatment plans, and patient interactions in the electronic dental record
• Coordinate referrals to specialists and ensure appropriate follow-up
• Maintain infection control standards and ensure proper sterilization of instruments
• Support clinic operations, including recall systems, supply management, and operatory organization
• Assist during peak clinic times and collaborate with dental assistants and providers