Registered Dental Hygienist (Rdh)

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Part-Time & Temporary Opportunities

Locations & Schedules:

• Willimantic, CT: Part-Time: 1-3 days/week (Monday- Thursday)
• Willimantic, CT: Temp; 1-4 days/week (Monday- Thursday)
• Putnam, CT: Temp; 1-3 days/week (Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday)

Hourly Pay Rate: $42.00-$45.00 per hour, based on experience

Part-Time Employees Scheduled 1-2 Days Per Week Receive:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Longevity Bonus recognizing years of service
• Malpractice coverage provided
• Consistent, predictable weekly schedule

Part-Time Employees Scheduled 3 Days Per Week Receive All of the Above, Plus Prorated Benefits Including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• 9 Paid Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with employer contributions
• CME hours and CME/Professional Development stipend

About Generations Family Health Center: Generations Family Health Center is a regional community health center serving a 37-town rural region in eastern Connecticut, with locations in Willimantic, Danielson, Norwich, and Putnam. Our dedicated staff provides comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages, including medical, dental, and behavioral health care, as well as care coordination and community outreach. In addition to our main facilities, we offer mobile programs and School-Based Health Centers.

Job Summary: The Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) provides preventive oral health services and patient education to children and adults while working collaboratively with dentists and the dental care team.

Responsibilities include:

• Evaluating patients' overall oral health
• Performing dental hygiene examinations, cleanings, and polishing teeth
• Applying fluoride treatments and dental sealants
• Taking diagnostic dental radiographs (x-rays)
• Polishing restorations
• Providing oral hygiene education and preventive care guidance
• Setting up and preparing dental equipment and instrumentation
• Maintaining accurate patient documentation and records
• Performing other related duties as assigned