Dental Hygienist - $7,500 Sign-On Bonus!
About The Position
At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare, we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers, we offer comprehensive services—including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education, and outreach, across our 13 clinics in the Denver Metro area. With over 35 years of serving our community, our growing team is at the heart of this mission. We believe healthcare is about more than treating illness; it's about fostering wellness and addressing the unique needs of every person, ensuring that no one is left behind. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready for a career that transforms lives, including your own - STRIDE is the place for you. General Purpose: In order to ensure quality dental services, the Dental Hygienist assists the Dentist in providing dental care to patients.
Requirements
- Certification or eligible for certification as a dental hygienist from an accredited dental school program.
- Active BLS/CPR certification.
- Ability to interact positively and build rapport with patients, coworkers and/or external contacts.
- Ability to work independently and organize work in a manner that ensures accuracy and efficiency.
- Ability to work from procedure manuals.
- Ability to demonstrate the capability to effectively and sensitively respond to the needs and concerns of the full range of STRIDE’s diverse patient population.
- Customer service skills, including the ability to diffuse upset patients.
- Skill in using a variety of computer software including but not limited to the internet and MS Office Products.
- Ability to handle sensitive information ethically and responsibly.
- Ability to protect the confidentiality of patients, employees and business information.
Nice To Haves
- Associates degree preferred.
- Previous experience working as a dental hygienist in a clinical setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provides dental care to patients.
- Assesses patients' general dental condition and care needs.
- Conducts oral cancer screening exams and x-rays.
- Offers practical suggestions to patients to ensure proper oral hygiene.
- Performs routine oral hygiene maintenance procedures and applications for damage prevention.
- Works with dental staff to sterilize dental instruments and equipment.
- Collaborates with dental staff to evaluate patient medical chart information as it relates to dental.
- Documents updated patient data on EMR system related to dental procedures.
- Enters patient health data into the electronic medical records system (EMR) database.
- Attends all staff meetings and all other meetings as assigned.
- Participates in continuing education courses for most current dental industry information.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including dependent care options
- 401(k) with matching
- Work-life balance
- NHSC Loan Repayment
- Tuition reimbursement and/or Continuing Medical Education (CME)
- No nights, weekends, or major holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discounts on top attractions, hotels, more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
