Employment Type: Full-Time. Flexible on days/hours. No weekends.
Location: Marion, Ohio
We are seeking a licensed Dental Hygienist to join a collaborative, patient-centered community health organization. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality preventive and therapeutic dental care while developing individualized dental care plans under the supervision of a qualified dentist.
Key Responsibilities
Assess dental condition and patient needs through screening procedures
Review medical history and perform dental and periodontal charting
Take vital signs as required
Deliver direct patient care using established dental hygiene protocols
Perform routine preventive and therapeutic treatment procedures
Develop and implement individualized dental care plans
Document dental history and treatment in the EHR
Provide patient and family education on oral hygiene and preventive care
Participate in discharge planning and patient teaching
Assist with patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes
Perform triage and initiate care for walk-in patients as appropriate
Prepare and maintain patient care areas and dental equipment
Assist with or initiate emergency measures during adverse developments
Independently perform emergency dental procedures within scope
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations
Qualifications
Current licensure as a Dental Hygienist
Diploma in Dental Hygiene
Strong knowledge of dental outpatient regulations and compliance standards
Ability to independently assess dental and periodontal conditions
Proficiency in patient screening, charting, and documentation
Ability to formulate therapeutic treatment plans based on prescribed protocols
Skilled in performing a full range of dental hygiene procedures
Ability to communicate technical information clearly to patients
Knowledge of dental surgery procedures, terminology, and instrumentation
Ability to set up and maintain equipment in accordance with regulations