Dental Hygienist- Multiple Locations

We are recruiting for a motivated Dental Hygienist- Multiple Locations to join our team! We are here for life’s journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health. Department Montbello Dental Clinic Dental Hygienist – Evergreen Opportunity (Multiple Locations) Denver Health Community Dental Clinics Job Summary Denver Health is seeking passionate and dedicated Dental Hygienists to join our team at multiple community health center locations throughout Denver. Our hygienists work under indirect supervision, delivering comprehensive oral care to a diverse patient population. The position includes preventative services, periodontal therapy, patient education, and, with proper certification, expanded duties such as local anesthesia and silver diamine fluoride application. This posting is for an evergreen requisition, meaning we are continuously seeking qualified candidates for positions across several clinics. Applicants may be considered for current or future openings based on clinic needs and applicant preferences. Clinic Locations & Hours Each site is staffed with general dentists and a dedicated care team. More complex dental needs are referred to specialty providers within the Denver Health system. Eastside Family Health Center Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Federico F. Peña Southwest Family Health Center Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Lowry Family Health Center Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Montbello Family Health Center Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Outpatient Medical Center – Pavilion L (Adults) Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Webb Center for Primary Care – Pavilion G (Pediatrics Only) Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Westside Family Health Center Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Essential Responsibilities Perform comprehensive dental hygiene assessments, oral health screenings, and diagnosis of oral conditions. Deliver preventative dental services including prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, fluoride application, and sealants. Provide non-surgical periodontal therapy, including scaling and root planing. Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, nutrition, systemic health, and disease prevention using trauma-informed and motivational interviewing approaches. Capture digital radiographs using ALARA principles and take intraoral images as needed. Complete documentation within 72 hours; assist with sterile processing and administrative duties. May float to other clinics, school-based programs, or Medical-Dental Integration programs depending on need. Qualifications Education Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene (required) Experience 1–3 years of clinical dental hygiene experience (preferred) Recent graduates from accredited programs welcome to apply Licensure & Certifications Colorado Dental Hygienist License (DORA) – Required Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (AHA) – Required Local Anesthesia Permit – Required Silver Diamine Fluoride and Interim Therapeutic Restorations certifications (preferred or must be obtained) Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Proficient in full-scope dental hygiene care and diagnosis within Colorado’s practice act. Skilled in critical thinking and appropriate patient referral. Familiar with trauma-informed and LGBTQ affirming care. Competent in using motivational interviewing and effective health coaching techniques. Complies with continuing education and state board requirements. May administer nitrous oxide under direct supervision if permitted. About Denver Health Dental Denver Health’s Dental Services emphasize comprehensive and preventative care for patients of all ages. With general dentists and specialists on staff, we are able to manage both routine and complex oral health needs across our network of clinics. Shift Work Type Regular Salary $85,800.00 - $120,200.00 / yr Benefits Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation) On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more Tuition reimbursement & assistance Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer Our Values Respect Belonging Accountability Transparency All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled. Denver Health was founded as City Hospital in 1860 to serve the health care needs of the rapidly developing city of Denver. Since then, we have grown alongside the community to become a complete health care system, proudly providing care for all residents -- at every point in their lives. We believe healthy people are the foundation of a vibrant community, and Denver Health has been treating and healing the people of Denver for more than 160 years. Today, Denver Health delivers preventive, primary and acute care services. We are committed to making our community a healthy place to live, work and raise a family. You’ll see that commitment in the programs we offer, through the care we provide and in our determination to achieve continuous improvement so our community always has the best care available. As a comprehensive, integrated organization, we provide hospital and emergency care to the public, regardless of ability to pay. This integration promotes continuity of care for each patient and assures health care that is delivered in the most efficient, cost-effective setting. We care for: thirty-three percent of Denver's population annually; Denver Health sees nearly 1,200,000 total patient visits annually. one in three Denver-area children each year. the needs of special populations such as the poor, uninsured, pregnant teens, persons addicted to alcohol and other substances, victims of violence and the homeless. As Colorado's primary safety-net institution, Denver Health has provided uncompensated care and serves as a model for other safety net institutions across the nation.

Salary : $85,800 - $120,200