Dental Hygienist (3535)

Brockton Neighborhood Health Center; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $2000

Tuition and career growth support

Loan forgiveness eligibility

Competitive PTO

Job summary

Brockton Neighborhood Health Center (BNHC) is seeking a certified dental hygienist to provide preventive care and education under the supervision of the Dental Director. The role emphasizes gingival and periodontal disease prevention and patient education.

The position requires a flexible schedule including evenings and Saturdays, with opportunities for tuition support and loan forgiveness programs. BNHC values comprehensive care in a busy community health setting.

Qualifications

• Requires certification in dental hygiene procedures with a license to practice in Massachusetts.
• One year of experience as a practicing dental hygienist.

Responsibilities

• Provides oral hygiene cleaning.
• Performs annual periodontal charting and pre-procedure charting.
• Prepares patients for dental treatment.
• Takes blood pressure and pulse as required.
• Maintains clean and organized treatment areas.
• Assists with sterilization and inventory.
• Takes, develops and mounts x-rays.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and communicates with staff.

Skills

Dental hygiene procedures

Massachusetts license

Patient care

Education

Massachusetts dental hygiene license

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Brockton, MA 02301, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $42.50 - $60.00 Salary

Pay Transparency Statement:

In accordance with The Massachusetts Pay Transparency Act, BNHC provides reasonable pay range for each posted position. Actual compensation will be based on multiple factors such as relevant experience, education and training to determine offered rates. This range represents the organization's good faith estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting.

Why choose BNHC for a Dental Hygienist position:

• Tuition and career growth support
• Pay up $2000 sign on bonus
• Eligibility for State and Federal Loan forgiveness
• Competitive PTO

Position Requirement Update:

This position requires a flexible schedule, including availability for evening shifts and Saturdays.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general and direct supervision of the Dental Director, provides oral hygiene services to patients with special emphasis on prevention of gingival and periodontal disease, as well as the provision of oral health education.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides oral hygiene cleaning.
• An accurate Periodontal-Charting will be completed in EDR on all patients once per year and before all required procedures.
• Prepares patients for dental treatment.
• Takes blood pressure and pulse rates as required.
• Keeps treatment areas clean and organized.
• Provides needed patient services as prescribed and allowed by law.
• Assists the dental assistant with sterilization and inventory.
• Keeps instruments sharpened and in working order.
• Takes, develops and mounts all required x-rays.
• Interacts with other disciplines within BNHC, providing a resource for medical providers and social workers.
• Maintains confidentiality at all times.
• Is pleasant, courteous, and considerate of patients, co-workers, and external professional contacts.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize demands, work with distractions, adapt to change, exercise efficient time management, and work independently.
• Maintains appropriate chain of command.
• Participates in continuing education for personal and professional growth.
• Attends required staff meetings.
• Communicates effectively with supervisor, staff, and management.
• Participates in development of short range and long-range strategic planning of dental services.

STANDARDS OF CARE:

• Patient medical history to be reviewed at every visit.
• Provider will create excellent and accurate progress notes in EDR.
• Pain scale will be completed every visit.
• Consent forms will be completed and reviewed prior to treatment.
• Treatment provided will be billed accurately and appropriately.
• These duties should be performed within the direction of state of Massachusetts License Board.

PRODUCTIVITY:

• Hygienists are expected to provide a minimum of 1,800 visits a year (based on a 1.0 FTE).
• Hygienists are expected to produce a minimum of $25,000 in revenue per month (based on a 1.0 FTE).

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Works in a busy community health center in a high crime, urban neighborhood. Interruptions are present and can be disruptive to workflow. Stress is present due to high volume of work, diversified nature of activities and frequent crises and deadlines. Performs other employee duties to cover staff absences. Works overtime as needed for emergencies or to meet project deadlines.

The individual must be in good health of mind and body with the physical dexterity and vision suitable to accomplish the job duties outlined above. Knowledge of proper patient transfer assistance is also required and the ability to lift as much as 25 pounds may be necessary.

As part of the direct responsibilities, the employee will have direct exposure to toxic chemicals and infectious materials.

Qualifications: MINIMUM SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

• Requires certification in dental hygiene procedures with a license to practice in Massachusetts.
• One year of experience as a practicing dental hygienist. Duties as a dental hygienist require ability to perform according to generally accepted principles independent of supervision.