Dental Hygienist- Full Time or Part Time Availability

Hamilton Health Center•Harrisburg, PA

49d

About The Position

The Dental Hygienist provides comprehensive preventive oral care to patients of all ages, including assessments, periodontal charting, oral cancer screenings, prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, debridement, and fluoride and sealant application. The role emphasizes patient education, digital radiography, accurate recordkeeping, and collaboration with dentists on treatment planning, while maintaining the highest standards of infection control. The ideal candidate is mission-driven and patient-centered, committed to improving access to care and supporting the growth of our hygiene program.

Requirements

Education: Active license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Dental Hygienist or Public Health Dental Hygiene Practitioner (PHDHP).
Certification: Current CPR certification (renewal available in-house and covered by Hamilton).
Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to communicate courteously and effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Team Player: Demonstrates flexibility and a strong commitment to supporting and contributing to the growth of the program.
Mission-Driven: Committed to improving community oral health and passionate about serving underserved and diverse populations.
Access & Collaboration: Dedicated to expanding patient access to care and collaborating with the dental team to enhance access, care quality, and program growth.

Nice To Haves

Language Skills: Bilingual proficiency in Spanish, Nepali, French, or Arabic may be helpful.
Program Experience: Experience or interest in expanding medical-dental integration, assisted hygiene, and school-based oral health programs.
Preferred Qualification: PHDHP certification preferred, enabling independent practice within the scope of state regulations.

Responsibilities

Patient Assessment: Conduct oral health assessments for patients of all ages, obtain patient histories, complete periodontal charting, and perform oral cancer screenings. Perform prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, debridement, sealant placement, and fluoride and other cavity-prevention treatments.
Patient Education: Instruct patients and families on proper oral hygiene techniques, including brushing, flossing, and use of dental aids, as well as provide dietary counseling and smoking cessation resources.
Clinical Procedures: Take digital radiographs as prescribed by dentists and maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records, treatment plans, and progress notes using electronic dental records.
Collaboration: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor while working closely with dentists and other oral health professionals to develop and implement treatment plans. Perform patient triage and initiate care as appropriate for walk-in patients.
Infection Control: Adhere to strict infection control protocols, including sterilizing instruments and disinfecting treatment areas.
Administrative Duties: May assist with managing supplies and inventory if needed, process insurance claims, attend departmental meetings and trainings, support other Hamilton locations as needed, and assist with training incoming team members.
Scope of Practice: PHDHPs perform duties consistent with Pennsylvania Dental State Law relating to the PHDHP scope of practice. Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Generous paid time off
Birthday holiday and 7 paid federal holidays
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Company-paid life insurance
Retirement plan with matching opportunity
Employee Assistance Program
Reimbursement of all necessary licensure requirements
Productivity incentive opportunity
Competitive continuing education (CE) allowance to support ongoing professional growth
No weekends or late evenings required
May be eligible for student loan repayment opportunities
Full-time or part-time availability