Dental Hygienist - 4-Day Week, Health Equity Impact

Primary Health Care, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO (5 weeks)

License reimbursement

Continuing education reimbursement

401k with company match

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Life & disability insurance

FSAs/HSAs

Job summary

Primary Health Care, Inc. in Des Moines, IA seeks a Dental Hygienist to deliver patient care under dentists and Iowa regulations. You will provide preventive services and radiographs in a supportive, educational setting.

Join a compassionate team focused on health equity with a four-day work week and hours 8 AM–5 PM, Monday through Friday. The role emphasizes collaboration, outreach, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Current Iowa dental hygiene license.
• BLS certification for Health Care Providers.
• Mandatory Reporter Training: Child and Dependent Adult Abuse.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive dental hygiene services under supervision.
• Assist with exams, educate patients, and perform radiographs.
• Prepare instruments and maintain sterile operatory; follow radiation safety rules.
• Maintain dental hygiene patient records and assist with outreach materials.
• Attend CE programs and departmental meetings; participate in staff development.
• Support program director in developing community outreach and education materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Dental hygiene license

Education

Accredited dental hygiene program

Job description

Primary Health Care, Inc. in Des Moines, IA seeks a Dental Hygienist to deliver patient care under dentists and Iowa regulations. You will provide preventive services and radiographs in a supportive, educational setting.

Join a compassionate team focused on health equity with a four-day work week and hours 8 AM–5 PM, Monday through Friday. The role emphasizes collaboration, outreach, and ongoing professional development.