Registered Dental Hygienist-Dental Care Clinic Belfast

Description

Professional - Clinical
Req #: 69178

Registered Dental Hygienist - MaineHealth Dental Care Clinic
Location: 125 Northport Avenue, Suite 107, Belfast, ME
Schedule: 32 hours per week (Four 8-hour shifts)
Days/Hours: Monday - Thursday
Schedule Type: Consistent

Position Summary
The Registered Dental Hygienist is responsible for the direct provision of dental hygiene and preventative services to patients of the clinic, while promoting oral health through education for individuals and community groups. This role supports the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care and plays an important part in improving access to dental services for underserved populations.

This position is based at the MaineHealth Dental Care Clinic in Belfast, a small, collaborative team of five professionals dedicated to serving the community. The clinic provides care to both adults and children, with a strong focus on serving low-income patients and increasing access to essential dental services. The team partners with local organizations such as WCAP to provide dental care to preschool-aged children and offers limited emergency dental care to Waldo County residents. The clinic's mission is supported in part by local charitable organizations and grant funding.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dental hygiene services including patient assessment, prophylaxis, scaling, and preventative treatments
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, preventative care, and overall oral health
• Assist in identifying oral health conditions and collaborate with the dental provider on patient care plans
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records and documentation
• Support infection control and sterilization protocols in accordance with clinic and regulatory standards
• Participate in community outreach or education efforts when appropriate
• Work collaboratively with the dental care team to ensure a positive patient experience

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Dental Hygiene required.
2. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license in Dental Hygiene required. Current applicable state(s) Dental Radiographer license required or must receive within three months of hire.
3. Experience: One year of clinical experience as a dental hygienist preferred.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Why Join MaineHealth?

At MaineHealth, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of the communities we serve. Our Belfast dental clinic team is passionate about providing accessible oral healthcare and building meaningful connections within the community.

If you are a compassionate dental hygienist who values teamwork, community impact, and preventative care, we encourage you to apply.

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Additional Information

If you have questions about this role, please contact rebecca.rand@mainehealth.org