Part Time Dental Hygienist

Job description

Part time Dental Hygienist, VHP Community Smiles - Location : Valley Health Partners, Allentown, PA Job Summary : Responsible for evaluating and instructing patients in oral hygiene techniques related to the prevention of diseases and disorders of the teeth and mouth. Cleans teeth and provides other preventative dental care. This role assists and consults with the Dentist in providing dental hygiene treatment to the patients of the community health center. This position will require one day a month commitment. Minimum qualifications: Registered Dental Hygienist required. Valid license to practice in Pennsylvania upon hire. Preferred qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Dental Hygiene. More than two years' of Dentistry experience for a medically needy and underserved community in a community health center or Federally Qualified Health Center. Skills Needed: - Possesses in-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations, outstanding communication skills, pays close attention to detail. - Has ability and desire to provide culturally sensitive, compassionate, and patient-centric care and builds positive rapport with community partners, including but not limited to the local school dis...