Part - Time Dental Hygienist - FY 2026

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Dental Director setting and using established dental hygiene protocols and procedures, the Dental Hygienist provides professional, high-quality dental care and education to a broad range of patients.

This position exists to provide patient treatment for the Dental Faculty Practice. This position provides prophylaxis cleanings, root planning, debridement, sealants and radiographs. This position also will review and explain the treatment plan to the patient. This position is expected to complete a routine scheduled treatment within 45 minutes to an hour.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides high-quality dental hygiene care within the scope of service consistent with accepted standards of care.
• Evaluates patients and implements treatment regimens under the supervision of the Dentist.
• Provides complete documentation of all findings, treatments and outcomes.
• Initiates oral health education and prevention activities.
• Reviews and interprets patient dental records.
• Works cooperatively with other Dental Program staff.
• Helps out where needed to ensure smooth, efficient running of Dental Program; and
• Participates in the ongoing evaluation of Dental Program operations to assure the delivery of high-quality services that support the financial sustainability of the program.