Dental Hygienist — Mobile Clinic & Community Health

Metro Community Health Center; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage (voluntary)

FSA/HSA

Paid parental leave

PTO 20 days

12 paid holidays

401k with match

Zusammenfassung

Metro Community Health Center in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a licensed Dental Hygienist to join our team and deliver high-quality preventive dental care in a community-focused setting. Under the general supervision of a dentist, you will perform screenings, radiographs, patient education, and periodontal charting while coordinating with staff to support mobile clinic activities.

The role requires PA RDH licensure, CPR certification, and a commitment to outreach, education, and culturally

Qualifikationen

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited dental hygienist program.
• Current Pennsylvania RDH license and CPR certification.
• CPR certification is required; anesthesia license is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain licensure and continuing education.

Aufgaben

• Provides direct patient care and dental services as trained and assigned.
• Assesses dental condition and needs using patient screening procedures.
• Evaluates oral health and identifies periodontal disease signs.
• Obtains radiographs and oral camera pictures during appointments.
• Documents medical and dental history, chief complaint, and diagnostic data.
• Follows treatment plans prescribed by the attending dentist.
• Educates patients on oral hygiene and preventive care.
• Coordinates with Dental Assistants and other staff during peak times.
• Maintains patient records and administrative documentation.
• Supports mobile dental clinic activities and community outreach.

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited dental hygienist program completed

Current Registered Dental Hygienist with Pennsylvania licensure

Current CPR Certification

License to administer local anesthesia (preferred)

Jobbeschreibung

Metro Community Health Center in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a licensed Dental Hygienist to join our team and deliver high-quality preventive dental care in a community-focused setting. Under the general supervision of a dentist, you will perform screenings, radiographs, patient education, and periodontal charting while coordinating with staff to support mobile clinic activities.

The role requires PA RDH licensure, CPR certification, and a commitment to outreach, education, and culturally