Registered Dental Hygienist

Knox Public Health; Mount Vernon (OH); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 Paid Holidays

Vacation

Sick Time (2 weeks/year)

Personal Leave

Life Insurance

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Retirement under OPERS (Ohio Public)*

Job summary

Knox Public Health in Mount Vernon, OH seeks a Registered Dental Hygienist to provide preventive and therapeutic oral health services for patients of all ages in a community health setting. You will work closely with the dental team to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care and support outreach efforts to improve oral health in the Knox County community.

The role emphasizes prevention, education, and quality patient care, with a team-based environment, competitive benefits, and paid time

Qualifications

• Current licensure in Ohio as a licensed dental hygienist.
• Minimum of two years’ experience preferred; case-by-case consideration.
• Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary License is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform adult and child prophylaxis and sealants.
• Take digital x-rays and educate patients on oral hygiene.
• Maintain patient records in the electronic dental record system.
• Support a compassionate, patient-centered care approach with the dental team.
• Assist in other areas of the dental clinic as needed.

Skills

Dental hygiene

Communication

Customer service

Computer skills

Education

Current Ohio dental hygienist license

Exp. as licensed dental hygienist

Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary license a plus

Tools

Electronic dental record system

Job description

At Knox Public Health, being a Registered Dental Hygienist is about people, prevention, and purpose and not production quotas.
Why you’ll love working here:

• Make a real community impact by providing care to patients who need it most
• Mission-driven dentistry focused on prevention, education, and quality patient care
• Team-based environment where hygienists are valued members of the dental clinic team
• Public-sector stability with competitive benefits and paid time off

Your skills can do more than clean teeth, they can change lives!

Position Summary:

Provides high-quality preventive and therapeutic oral health services to patients of all ages within a community health setting. This position performs dental hygiene services, provides patient education, and promotes positive oral health outcomes while working collaboratively with the dental team to ensure compassionate, accessible, and patient-centered care. The Dental Hygienist also supports community outreach efforts and the overall mission of Knox Public Health and the Knox County Community Health Center.

Essential Functions:

• Perform adult and child prophylaxis, including cleaning deposits and stains from teeth below the gumline
• Place sealants
• Take digital x-rays
• Assist patients in feeling comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing, nutritional counseling)
• Enter and maintain patient information using the agency's electronic dental record system
• Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and supervisors to ensure an informed atmosphere
• Maintain supplies and cleanliness at all times
• Adhere to office policies and procedures protocols
• Provide assistance in other areas of the dental clinic when needed

Requirements:

• Current licensure in Ohio as a licensed dental hygienist
• A minimum of two years’ experience as a licensed dental hygienist is preferred however individuals will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
• Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary License a plus
• Requires exceptional hygienist, communication, computer and customer service skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to learn and take direction from experienced dental professionals
• Commitment to providing exceptional patient care

Benefits:

• 11 Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick Time (2 weeks/year)
• Personal Leave
• Life Insurance
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Retirement under OPERS (Ohio Public Employee Retirement System)

Knox Public Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer