Mobile Dental Hygienist (School Based) --Middletown, Meriden, New Britain - 35 Hours/week

Mobile Hygienist Opportunity

Mobile Hygienist opportunity covering Middletown, Meriden and New Britain schools, must have reliable transportation and be flexible with travel. 5 day work week

Job Summary

The Mobile Dental Hygienist plays a critical role in delivering comprehensive oral health services to patients in communities across Connecticut. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, mobile environment, and is committed to providing exceptional care to diverse populations. This position requires flexibility, travel, and the ability to adapt to different sites.

Roles and Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Oral Health Services

• Provide high-quality dental hygiene services in a mobile setting, including: Prophylaxis, hand scaling, ultrasonic scaling, deep scaling/root planning.
• Application of fluoride varnish and sealants.
• Taking and processing digital dental radiographs (X-rays).
• Providing oral hygiene education to patients and families.
• Maintain strict infection control standards, including: Sterilization and reprocessing of instruments. Adherence to aseptic technique and PPE protocols. Managing treatment area cleanliness and logbook compliance.
• Support dentists with four-handed dentistry techniques when required.
• Order and maintain dental supplies

Documentation & Compliance

• Accurately complete electronic health records (EHR), including medical histories, charting, and patient documentation.
• Adhere to state, federal, and organizational policies, including those related to infection control, confidentiality, and patient privacy.

Community Engagement & Education

• Provide culturally competent care to diverse patient populations, addressing barriers to oral health access.
• Build rapport with patients, families, school staff, and community organizations to foster trust and continuity of care.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene program. Current Connecticut Dental Hygienist license in good standing. 2+ years of dental hygiene experience preferred (community or school-based program experience a plus). Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR), dental charting, and documentation. Knowledge of dental procedures, infection control, and aseptic techniques. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and transport dental equipment and supplies. Comfortable working in mobile settings, including clinics, schools, and community sites. Exposure to blood borne pathogens, requiring adherence to OSHA standards.

Work Schedule

Willingness to travel to support multiple sites.

Compensation Range

$42-$47/hr

Organizational Summary

As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), Community Health Center Inc. is proud to serve as an eligible practice site for clinicians participating in the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Scholarship Programs and multiple HRSA loan repayment programs across Medical, BH and Dental. Community Health Center Inc. maintains strong HPSA (Health Professional Shortage Area score) scores of 21 for primary medical care, 21 for mental health, and 25 for dental services. Eligible providers who join Community Health Center Inc. may qualify for valuable financial assistance programs, including NHSC Loan Repayment, SUD Loan Repayment, Nursecorp LRP as well as the Connecticut Student Loan Repayment Program (CT SLRP)which mirrors the HRSA-administered National Health Service Corps (NHSC) program and other HRSA supported workforce incentive initiatives designed to recruit and retain healthcare professionals dedicated to community-based primary care. Our organization's mission-driven commitment to providing comprehensive, high-quality care to underserved communities in designated Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) aligns directly with NHSC, HRSA & CT SLRP program requirements.

Location

Community Health Center of Middletown

City: Middletown

State: Connecticut

Time Type: Part time

Compensation and Benefits: $42-$47/hr