Dental Hygienist — 4/10 Schedule, Full Benefits (Pgh)

Genie Matthews and Associates; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Vision coverage

FSA/HSA options

Paid parental leave

PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Genie Matthews and Associates is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist in Pittsburgh, PA to provide preventive and therapeutic dental care within a community health center setting. This role focuses on patient-centered oral healthcare, supporting clinic operations, and participating in community dental health education initiatives.

Key responsibilities include radiographs, scaling and root planing, prophylaxis, fluoride treatments, and maintaining comprehensive patient records.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program.
• Active Pennsylvania Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Local anesthesia certification preferred.
• Experience in a community health or public health setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, infection control standards, and periodontal therapies.
• Proficiency with digital dental records and radiography systems.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse patient populations.

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.
• Participate in community dental education programs.

Skills

Patient care

Infection control

Communication

Team collaboration

Health education

Education

Accredited Dental Hygiene program

Pennsylvania RDH license

CPR certification

Tools

Digital dental records

Radiography systems

Job description

Genie Matthews and Associates is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist in Pittsburgh, PA to provide preventive and therapeutic dental care within a community health center setting. This role focuses on patient-centered oral healthcare, supporting clinic operations, and participating in community dental health education initiatives.

Key responsibilities include radiographs, scaling and root planing, prophylaxis, fluoride treatments, and maintaining comprehensive patient records.