What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Hydro Recruiting?
Experience Level: Mid-Level
Job Function: Health Care Provider
Industry: Healthcare – Dental Services
Location: Great Barrington, MA
Relocation Assistance: Possible for Ideal Candidate
Visa Sponsorship Eligibility: No
Total Positions: Multiple
Benefits: Full
About the Role:
Our client is seeking compassionate and detail-oriented Dental Hygienists to join their mission-driven team across multiple locations. As a key member of the dental care team, you will be responsible for delivering preventative oral health care, conducting screenings, performing cleanings, and supporting patient education. This is a full-time position (40 hours/week) with a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in underserved communities.
Our client operates in a federally designated rural and Medically Underserved Population Area and offers a full spectrum of medical, dental, wellness, and family support services. Their mission is to not only treat patients but to strengthen families and improve children’s well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
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Welcome and prepare patients for treatment, conducting comprehensive medical and dental history intake.
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Perform intra- and extra-oral screenings, take radiographs, and conduct thorough dental assessments.
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Provide prophylaxis cleanings, polish teeth, and perform root scaling and planing as needed.
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Educate patients on oral health and periodontal disease prevention.
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Collaborate with dentists to develop patient care plans and make referrals when necessary.
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Maintain accurate and timely documentation in patient charts.
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Set up and break down treatment rooms; perform sterilization and lab tasks as needed.
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Answer phones and help with scheduling appointments when needed.
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Support the security and organization of the dental center and uphold all safety protocols.
Qualifications:
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Associates Degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited institution – required
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Valid Massachusetts Dental Hygienist license – required
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Current CPR certification – required
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Experience with Dentrix or other dental practice software – preferred
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Excellent manual dexterity, attention to detail, compassion, physical stamina, and interpersonal skills
Compensation:
Base Salary: $89,440 – $100,000 ($43.00 – $48.00/hour)
Bonus Eligible: No
Overtime Eligible: No
Commission Compensation: No
Interview Travel Reimbursed: No
Salary : $89,440 - $100,000
