Registered Dental Hygienist

Big Smiles; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Smiles recherche un hygiéniste dentaire pour fournir des soins bucco-dentaires aux enfants dans les écoles de Spokane. Ce rôle offre une alternative moins exigeante physiquement par rapport aux travaux traditionnels en cabinet dentaire, tout en permettant d'avoir un impact significatif sur la santé des enfants. Les horaires sont généralement de 8h à 14h30 pendant les jours d'école.

Benefits

Opportunités de bonus et de remboursement des frais de déplacement

Qualifications

• Au moins 1 an d'expérience pertinente.
• Licence d'hygiéniste dentaire de l'État de WA.
• Certification CPR.

Responsibilities

• Effectuer des dépistages bucco-dentaires et appliquer des traitements.
• Fournir une éducation de base sur la santé bucco-dentaire.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Skills in oral health education

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Join us as a Registered Dental Hygienist at Big Smiles

Toothsavers, a School Based Sealant Program providing mobile oral health services to children in schools, is seeking a Dental Hygienist. Since 2010, we have been delivering preventive oral health care to Eastern WA school children. Our goal is to ensure access to oral health for all children in our community.

This position involves providing oral screenings, fluoride treatments, sealants, oral health education, and dental referrals directly in schools. Hygienists will be equipped with mobile equipment and supported by an administrative assistant for tasks such as charting and child retrieval. The role is scheduled for Mondays and Tuesdays, starting at the beginning of the next school year.

Ideal candidates are kind, patient, skilled, enjoy fast-paced environments, and are dedicated to community health. This role offers a more independent and less physically demanding alternative to traditional dental office work.

Work hours are typically from 8 am to 2:30 pm during school days. Toothsavers is closed during school holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform oral screenings, apply fluoride varnish and dental sealants, provide basic oral health education, following CDC infection control protocols.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree
• WA state Registered Dental Hygienist license
• CPR certification
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Why Join Us

Since 2010, Toothsavers has been providing preventive oral health services in Eastern Washington schools, serving over 170 schools. This position is rewarding, less physically demanding, and offers a change from routine dental office environments. Compensation ranges up to $54/hour, with bonus and travel pay opportunities.

About Big Smiles

Big Smiles is a leading in-school dental program founded over two decades ago by two dentists and mothers. We address the dental care needs of underserved children, bringing care directly to schools using portable technology. Our team transforms spaces into dental offices, providing comprehensive care to over 500,000 children annually nationwide.

Join us in our mission to improve children's oral health. Contact us at 855-957-4375 or email [e-mail]. We are an Equal Opportunity employer.