The Mission Neighborhood Health Center (MNHC) is a non-profit, multi-site community health organization offering comprehensive health services in the Mission and Excelsior Districts of San Francisco. The center offers primary health care services, adult medicine, pediatrics, family planning, OB/GYN, HIV and homeless services. 

We advocate for health equity and deliver innovative, high-quality services responsive to the neighborhoods and diverse communities we serve with a focus on the Latino Spanish-Speaking Communities.

We are currently looking for qualified candidates for our Dental Hygienist role. This position reports to the Dental Director and is a Regular, Full Time, Exempt role with a starting annual salary range of $107,000 to $121,000 with full benefits.

Primary Objective:

Responsible for conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth (e.g. removing plaque) and advising patients on oral health and preventative care. This position will also help the dentist decide treatments for teeth or gum diseases and handle dental emergencies.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

1. Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
2. Sterilize dental instruments properly
3. Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
4. Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
5. Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
6. Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
7. Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
8. Take X-rays or dental impressions
9. Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer)
10. Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
11. Monitor supplies
12. Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

1. Bilingual — conversational Spanish/English required.
2. Good interpersonal skills.
3. Valid California X-Ray license.
4. 1 years experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role.
5. Valid Dental Hygienist license and degree.

To learn more about our organization, please visit our website at www.mnhc.org. We offer a full range of benefits which includes the following:

• Medical Insurance – MNHC pays 90-100% based on plan
• Dental and Vision Insurance – free to employee
• Life Insurance – free basic policy plus voluntary option
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health & dependent care expenses
• Commuter benefits for public transportation expenses
• Vacation – 2 weeks (3 weeks after 5 yrs; 4 weeks after 8 yrs)
• 12 Paid Holidays plus your birthday and 12 Sick Days each year
• 40 hours Paid Educational Leave
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Contribution

Mission Neighborhood Health Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for our diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.