Dental Hygienist- Full Time or Part Time Availability

Hamilton Health Center; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Dental Hygienist to join their team. In this role, you will conduct oral health assessments, perform preventative treatments, and educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques. You will collaborate with a team of professionals to ensure comprehensive care for patients of all ages. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while working in a supportive and inclusive environment. If you are passionate about oral health and patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Understanding of healthcare services and basic medical terminology.
• Proficiency in data entry and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct oral health assessments and perform dental hygiene procedures.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and maintain accurate patient records.
• Collaborate with dental professionals and adhere to infection control.

Skills

Healthcare Knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

Team Player

Tech-Savvy

Education

Current licensure as a Dental Hygienist

Tools

Electronic Dental Records

Job description

Company Overview: Hamilton Health Center, established in 1969, is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located in Harrisburg, PA. We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare and related social services that promote access, treatment, education, and prevention for Central Pennsylvania's residents, regardless of their health, economic, or insurance status.

Our Vision: Our vision is a healthy community where every member, regardless of their ability to pay or their insurance status, receives comprehensive and compassionate healthcare. We've remained dedicated to this vision for over 50 years.

What You'll Do:

• Patient Assessment: Conducting oral health assessments on patients of all ages, taking patient histories, completing periodontal charting and performing oral cancer screenings.
• Performing prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, debridement, placing sealants and applying fluoride and other cavity-prevention treatments.
• Patient Education: Instructing patients and families on proper oral hygiene techniques, including brushing, flossing, and the use of other dental aids, as well as providing dietary counseling and smoking cessation resources.
• Taking digital radiographs as prescribed by dentists.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records, including treatment plans and progress notes using the electronic dental records.
• Collaboration: Maintaining a cheerful demeanor while working closely with dentists and other oral health professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans, as well as performing patient triage and initiating care as appropriate for walk-in patients.
• Infection Control: Adhering to strict infection control procedures, including sterilizing instruments, and disinfecting treatment areas.
• Administrative duties such as managing supplies and inventory, processing insurance claims, attending departmental meetings and other trainings, providing support at Hamilton locations if needed, and training incoming team members.
• PHDHPs perform duties consistent with PA’s Dental State Law relating to PHDHP Scope of Practice.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Healthcare Knowledge: A fundamental understanding of healthcare services and basic medical terminology.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in basic data entry computer skills.
• Strong Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Team Player: An industrious and cooperative nature to foster harmonious working relationships with clinic management, physicians, clinicians, and the public.
• Education: Current licensure as a Dental Hygienist in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior CPR/First Aid certification.
• One (1) year of working experience in a medical or physician office setting.
• Knowledge of The Joint Commission regulations.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish, Nepali, French, Arabic.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hamilton Health Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.