Registered Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

Join MyCHN as a Registered Dental Hygienist

At MyCHN (Community Health Network), we believe everyone deserves access to high-quality healthcare. As a nonprofit FQHC serving Greater Houston, we are committed to improving lives through compassionate, patient-centered care guided by our values of empathy, transparency, quality, and value.

As a Registered Dental Hygienist , you will play a vital role in promoting oral health through preventive care, patient education, and clinical excellence in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

• Mission-driven, community-focused organization
• Supportive, team-based culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• The ability to make a meaningful impact in underserved communities

As a Registered Dental Hygienist, you will provide high-quality preventive dental care while educating patients and supporting overall oral health outcomes.

• Provide clinical oral hygiene services including prophylaxis, scaling, sealants, fluoride treatments, and radiographs
• Perform comprehensive oral hygiene assessments using established clinical standards
• Accurately document patient care and treatments in dental records
• Educate patients on oral health, hygiene practices, and disease prevention
• Conduct oral hygiene classes and provide individualized patient counseling
• Support dental health education initiatives, including student or community presentations
• Perform procedures as delegated by the Dental Director in accordance with state regulations and protocols
• Maintain compliance with infection control, safety, and clinical standards
• Participate in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient clinical environment
• Support daily operational workflows within the dental department
• Perform additional duties as assigned within scope

• High school diploma or GED
• Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree)
• Active and current Registered Dental Hygienist license
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds
• Strong attention to detail and clinical knowledge in dental hygiene practices
• Team-oriented mindset with adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced setting
• Professionalism and ability to handle sensitive patient situations

Preferred:

• Bilingual in Spanish
• Experience with Open Dental

Join a compassionate team where your work directly improves oral health outcomes and enhances the well-being of patients in the community.

Apply today and grow your career with MyCHN.