Part Time Dental Hygienist

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver the full scope of dental hygiene services, including prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, fluoride treatments, sealants, local anesthesia, and digital radiographs.
• Perform oral health assessments, periodontal evaluations, oral cancer screenings, and document findings accurately in NextGen EHR.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and treatment recommendations tailored to their individual needs.
• Collaborate closely with dentists and the dental team to support high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Provide preventive services to children through EBCAP's school-based Smiles Program using portable dental equipment in local schools.
• Maintain the highest standards of infection prevention, sterilization, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Support quality improvement initiatives, clinical documentation, and department operations while contributing to a positive team culture.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene program.
• Active Rhode Island Dental Hygienist license in good standing.
• Local anesthesia certification.
• Current BLS/CPR certification for Healthcare Providers.
• Current annual CDC Infection Control certification.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for travel to community and school sites (mileage reimbursed).
• Experience documenting patient care in an electronic health record (NextGen experience is a plus).

• Passionate about preventive dentistry and patient education.
• Comfortable caring for patients of all ages, including children.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and committed to accurate documentation.
• A collaborative team player who values accountability and clinical excellence.
• Adaptable and excited to provide care in both traditional clinic and community-based settings.

• Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or community health experience.
• School-based or pediatric dental care.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Portuguese, or another language reflective of the communities we serve.

Benefits

• Subsidized, comprehensive medical (BCBSRI) and dental (Delta Dental) insurance plans
• Supplemental vision insurance (Delta Dental)
• Voluntary medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Up to 3% matching 403(b) retirement plan
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, personal days, and sick time
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employer-paid professional development
• Employee assistance program