Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Location: Great Barrington,MA, MA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Company: Community Health Programs, Inc.
Salary: Salary Range: $36.00 - $45.00 / hour
Category: Provider
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Dental Hygienist (RDH) Job DescriptionThe Dental Hygienist (RDH) plays a vital role in promoting oral health within the dental care team. This position involves providing comprehensive dental hygiene services, including patient education, conducting intra-oral and extra-oral screenings, performing professional teeth cleaning and polishing, and delivering root scaling and planing treatments for periodontal disease in accordance with established dental practice protocols and under the direction of a licensed dentist. The Dental Hygienist (RDH) serves as a key resource for patients, helping them understand the importance of oral hygiene and preventive care to maintain optimal dental health. This role requires a commitment to upholding the organization's mission, vision, and values, as well as strict adherence to compliance protocols, policies, and procedures. This opportunity is available as a per diem, offering flexibility to work as needed based on the dental center's schedule and patient needs.
Responsibilities- Provide oral health education to patients, addressing proper brushing, flossing, and preventive dental care techniques.
- Conduct thorough intra-oral and extra-oral screenings for all patients seen, identifying signs of oral disease or abnormalities.
- Perform professional dental prophylaxis, including cleaning and polishing teeth to remove plaque, calculus, and stains.
- Carry out root scaling and planing procedures for patients with periodontal disease, following established clinical protocols and as directed by the supervising dentist.
- Document findings, treatments, and patient communications accurately in the dental center’s electronic health record system, such as Dentrix or other required software.
- Collaborate with dentists and other dental team members to deliver high-quality patient care and ensure a positive dental experience.
- Support and participate in educational initiatives and continuing education meetings provided by the dental center.
- Maintain a safe, compliant, and patient-focused clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines, compliance protocols, and company policies.
- Graduation from an accredited school with an Associate’s degree in Dental Hygiene or equivalent education.
- Active and valid license to practice as a Dental Hygienist (RDH) in Massachusetts.
- Current certification in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation).
- Experience in using dental software systems such as Dentrix and an ability to adapt to new technologies as needed.
- Willingness to attend continuing education meetings and training sessions as scheduled by the dental center.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented setting and communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.
- Commitment to delivering care that aligns with the company’s mission, vision, and values.
Working as a Dental Hygienist (RDH) on a per diem basis in Massachusetts provides the unique opportunity to contribute to a community-focused dental care environment while enjoying flexibility in your work schedule. It allows you to make a meaningful impact on patient health and well-being while building your career experience in a supportive and collaborative team setting.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The organization is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.