We are seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to provide comprehensive periodontal and preventive dental care to children and adults in a community health setting. Working under the supervision of a dentist, the RDH will improve oral health outcomes for underserved populations, often participating in mobile clinics, school-based programs, and community outreach initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Direct Patient Care: Perform scaling and root planing, remove hard/soft deposits, and polish teeth.
Preventive Care: Apply preventive agents, including fluoride and sealant applications.
Diagnostics & Assessment: Take digital X-rays, intra-oral photos, and perform oral screenings for gum disease and oral cancer.
Patient Education: Instruct patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques, provide nutritional counseling, and support tobacco cessation.
Clinical Support: Maintain patient records in an electronic medical record (EMR) system, sharpen hand instruments, and assist with sterilization.
Outreach: Support community outreach programs and remote sites, offering screenings and preventive services.
Required Qualifications
Active state Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) License.
Radiation Safety Certificate (X-ray license).
Experience in a fast-paced or community health clinic (FQHC) setting preferred.
Proficiency in preventive dentistry, patient management, and electronic health records.
Flexibility and willingness to travel between clinic sites and perform outreach services.
Preferred Qualifications (if any)
Experience working in mobile dental clinics or school-based programs.
Familiarity with underserved patient populations and community health initiatives.