Dental Hygienist — Preventive Care & Community Health

Medium; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Dental Hygienist to provide comprehensive dental hygiene services, focusing on preventive care for American Indian and Alaska Native beneficiaries. Responsibilities include performing dental procedures, patient education, and documentation in compliance with privacy regulations. The role requires a minimum of three years of experience, a valid dental hygiene license, and specific certifications. Compensation ranges from $110,000 to $115,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Current, active, and unrestricted Dental Hygienist license from any U.S. state or territory.
• At least three years of dental hygiene experience with adults and children.
• Current radiography (X-ray) certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental prophylaxis, scaling, and root planning.
• Conduct oral cancer screenings and radiographic procedures.
• Provide oral hygiene instruction and support.

Skills

Dental prophylaxis

Oral cancer screenings

Patient education

Dental record documentation

Local anesthesia administration

Education

Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Dental Hygiene

Tools

IHS Dentrix system

Dental cleaning instruments

Job description

A healthcare organization is seeking a Dental Hygienist to provide comprehensive dental hygiene services, focusing on preventive care for American Indian and Alaska Native beneficiaries. Responsibilities include performing dental procedures, patient education, and documentation in compliance with privacy regulations. The role requires a minimum of three years of experience, a valid dental hygiene license, and specific certifications. Compensation ranges from $110,000 to $115,000 annually.