Dental Hygienist

Family Health Center of Marshfield•Wisconsin Rapids, WI

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About The Position

The Dental Hygienist supports patients’ oral health by collaborating with dentists to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. The role assesses oral health, educates patients on effective hygiene practices, removes hard and soft deposits from tooth surfaces, and applies preventive treatments. The hygienist follows established policies and procedures to prioritize patient care, comfort, and safety, and contributes to a positive patient experience and clinical excellence in alignment with the organization’s mission and standards. This role uses the dental hygiene process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care; performs diagnostic and preventive procedures under a dentist’s direction; documents care and education in the electronic dental record; and collaborates with the dental team to serve general, pediatric, geriatric, and special-needs patients. The position also includes patient service, quality improvement participation, instrument and equipment maintenance, and adherence to infection-control, sterilization, and attendance requirements. The position is associated with a new facility opening in October 2027 and offers a $1,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Dental Hygiene.
Unrestricted Wisconsin Registered Dental Hygienist license.
Wisconsin certification in the administration of 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 under FHC guidelines.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive patient care using the dental hygiene process and in alignment with clinical standards and patient needs.
Perform diagnostic and preventive clinical procedures under the direction of a dentist and according to established policies and procedures.
Document assessments, procedures, and patient education in the electronic dental record.
Identify and address patient education needs to promote self-care and long-term oral health.
Provide 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 oral health services.
Clean and maintain dental instruments and equipment to support proper function and safety.
Collaborate with the dental team to provide efficient 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.