What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Healthfirst Bluegrass?
Bring Your Passion. Find Your Purpose. Love Your Benefits.
If you’re a compassionate, motivated dental hygienist who thrives in a team-first, patient-centered environment—we want to meet you! Join our nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), where you’ll make a real impact every single day. And yes—we take great care of our team, too!
What Makes This Opportunity Shine:
9 Paid Holidays
Work-Life Balance You Can Feel Good About
Fantastic Benefits, including:
Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Employer-Paid Disability Coverage
401(k) with Employer Match
Generous PTO – Annual and Sick Leave
Student Loan Repayment Eligible!
We’re a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) approved site!
What You’ll Do:
As part of our dynamic dental team, you’ll deliver top-quality care while helping patients feel heard, educated, and empowered in their oral health journey.
Perform cleanings, scaling, root planing, and full mouth debridement
Take and develop radiographs using proper technique
Administer local anesthesia
Chart and probe with precision
Apply topical fluoride and provide fun, engaging oral hygiene education
Support dentists during Phase I Dentistry and oral surgery
Keep your operatory in top shape with sterilization and inventory management
Assist with patient scheduling, documentation, and referrals
Follow Kentucky Dental Hygiene laws and standards of care
What You Bring:
Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene program
At least 1 year of clinical experience preferred
Active KY Dental Hygienist License
CPR certification and Local Anesthesia Permit required
Expanded duties certification = a big plus!
You’ll Be a Great Fit If You:
Love educating and building trust with your patients
Work well with a collaborative, supportive dental team
Bring strong clinical skills and a positive attitude to every shift
Want to serve and uplift your community through high-quality care
This is more than a job—it’s a place where your work matters and your team supports you.
Apply today and let’s build healthier smiles together!
Salary : $33
