Dental Hygienist

Family Health Center•Town of Grand Rapids, WI

15d

About The Position

The Dental Hygienist supports patients’ oral health by collaborating with dentists to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. The role assesses oral health conditions, educates patients on effective oral hygiene, removes deposits from tooth surfaces, and applies preventive treatments. The Dental Hygienist follows established policies and procedures to prioritize patient care, comfort, and safety, contributing to a positive patient experience and clinical excellence in alignment with the organization’s mission and standards.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Dental Hygiene.
Unrestricted Wisconsin Registered Dental Hygienist license.
State of Wisconsin certification to administer local anesthesia.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at hire or within three months of employment.
Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License and an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR), per FHC guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene.
Two years of experience practicing as a Dental Hygienist.

Responsibilities

Use the dental hygiene process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive patient care in alignment with clinical standards and patient needs.
Perform diagnostic and preventive clinical procedures under the direction of a dentist, following established policies and procedures.
Document assessments, procedures, and patient education accurately in the electronic dental record.
Identify and address patient education needs to promote self-care and long-term oral health.
Provide professional customer service in person and by phone, responding to patient concerns, scheduling needs, and general inquiries.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and the quality of oral health services.
Clean and maintain dental instruments and equipment to support proper function and safety.
Collaborate with the dental team to provide efficient and effective care to general, pediatric, geriatric, and special-needs patients as needed.
Follow infection control and sterilization procedures.
Maintain scheduled work hours and regular, reliable attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.