Dental Hygienist
Compensation: $65K - $87K per year + Comprehensive Benefits Package
Job Type: Full Time. 4/10 hour days.
Location: Pittsburgh, PAWe are seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to provide high-quality preventive and therapeutic dental care within a community health center setting. This role focuses on delivering patient-centered oral healthcare, supporting overall clinic operations, and participating in community dental health education initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide direct patient care in accordance with licensure and established dental hygiene protocols
  • Conduct comprehensive oral assessments, including medical history review, dental and periodontal charting
  • Take and interpret radiographs and intraoral images
  • Perform prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, debridement, fluoride treatments, and sealants
  • Monitor blood pressure and assess overall oral health status at each visit
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, nutrition, and preventive care
  • Document all clinical findings, treatment plans, and patient interactions in the electronic dental record
  • Coordinate referrals to specialists and ensure appropriate follow-upMaintain infection control standards and ensure proper sterilization of instruments
  • Support clinic operations, including recall systems, supply management, and operatory organization
  • Assist during peak clinic times and collaborate with dental assistants and providers
  • Participate in community dental education programs
Qualifications:
  • Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program
  • Active Pennsylvania Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license
  • Current CPR certification
  • Local anesthesia certification preferred
  • Experience in a community health or public health setting preferred
  • Strong knowledge of dental procedures, infection control standards, and periodontal therapies
  • Proficiency with digital dental records and radiography systems
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team environment
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse patient populations
Benefits:
  • 100% employer-paid medical coverage (UPMC)100% employer-paid dental (United Concordia)100% employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
  • Voluntary vision coverage (VBA)
  • Medical and Dependent Care FSA and HRA options2 weeks paid parental leave20 days (4 weeks) of PTO during first two years12 paid holidays annually 401(k) with 4% employer match

Also on the board Same function, level within a rung

Level

Senior

Salary

$65 K - $87 K per year

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Occupation

Dental Hygienists

Industry

Offices of Dentists

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