What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist (Celebrate Smiles Program) position at Access Community Health Centers, Inc.?
Access’ Celebrate Smiles program works to prevent tooth decay and educate children about good oral health. This program brings licensed dental staff to local schools screening children in grades 4k-8. We provide dental sealants, fluoride varnish, as well as dental cleaning and restorative treatment as needed. Children in the program become Access dental patients and can receive ongoing care at an Access dental clinic.
The Dental Hygienist position supports patients during their dental visit. Creates an environment that promotes dental health in a supportive, compassionate, and patient focused approach. Provides treatment procedures while maintaining a high level of sterilization.
Alternative scope of practice setting, including chairside, medical dental integration, and school-based program.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science or Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene
- Current State License in Dental Hygiene
- Current CPR certification and maintenance of certification
Compensation and Benefits:
Our total compensation package includes competitive wages, plus a full range of attractive benefits for regular full and part time employees.
Pay rate starts at $45 hourly and is adjusted based on experience.
Pay rate is not based on productivity or collection rate.
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Long and short-term disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan (100% vested with employer match)
Paid time off program – hours given upfront for vacation, personal and sick time
Up to 9 paid holidays
Relocation assistance
Continuing education
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible spending plans
Transportation program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health savings account
Other:
Access is an eligible employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
Access is a NHSC approved site for the NHSC Loan Repayment Program
Support our mission:
Improving health. Improving lives.
COVID-19 Vaccine:
Proof that you are fully vaccinated is a condition of employment. Access Community Health Centers will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals who cannot be vaccinated because of a disability or sincerely held religious beliefs when doing so does not compromise the safety of others or impose an undue hardship on our organization.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status