DENTAL HYGIENIST

Lorain County Health & Dentistry•Lorain, OH

48d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a team where your clinical expertise and compassion directly strengthen the health of the community. At Lorain County Health & Dentistry, your local Federally Qualified Health Center, we are committed to being a trusted health partner, providing comprehensive, high‑quality care that is accessible to all. As a Dental Hygienist, you’ll play a vital role in advancing this mission by delivering exceptional preventative care, empowering patients through education, and ensuring every individual feels respected, valued, and supported. In this role, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic, patient‑centered dental team under the supervision of our dentists, working together to promote healthy smiles and lasting wellness. You’ll embody our organizational values of Respect, Quality, Compassion, and Hope, while serving as a patient advocate and a champion for equitable care. Your ability to communicate warmly, provide culturally responsive support, and foster trusting relationships will make a meaningful impact, one patient at a time. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive in a collaborative environment, and believe in removing barriers to care, we invite you to bring your talents to LCH&D. Here, your work doesn’t just change smiles, it changes lives.

Requirements

Must have Dental Hygiene degree and must be licensed to practice hygiene in the State of Ohio.
Must maintain the appropriate continuing education requirements as established by the State Board of Dental Examiners.
Must have BLS certification.
Must have proficient computer skills and the ability to become proficient in software programs specific to LCH&D i.e. NextGen, EPM, EHR, etc.
Must have the skill and credibility to serve as a patient advocate and be a role model for change.
Ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanor and communicate enthusiastically with patients.
Ability to be responsive in working with a culturally-diverse patient population.
Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to master a therapeutic communication approach.
Ability to independently coordinate multiple tasks.
Ability to work cooperatively with others.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and provide optimal services to clinic patients, with a special focus on preventative care, under the direct supervision of the Dentist.
Perform basic dental care tasks primarily focused on keeping the patient’s teeth and gums healthy and clean.
Educate patients and their care givers on proper dental hygiene practices and techniques.
Provide care and services in accordance with LCH&D’s philosophy of “partnership” with patients while integrating its values of Respect, Quality, Compassion and Hope.