Dental Hygienist- FT

Somersworth & Portsmouth, NH 32 Hours/Week | Monday–Friday | $41.00–$46.25/Hour. Two locations. One dental team. One opportunity to make a difference. Why Join Greater Seacoast Health? $41.00–$46.25/hour , based on experience and licensure Full-time, 32-hour workweek Monday–Friday schedule Work alongside an established, collaborative Dental Team Variety working between our Somersworth and Portsmouth locations with the team Mission-driven work serving patients throughout the Seacoast community Collaboration with medical, behavioral health, pharmacy, social work, and other healthcare professionals Opportunities to grow professionally within an integrated healthcare organization Comprehensive benefits package What You’ll Do Provide comprehensive dental hygiene and preventive services Perform dental cleanings, scaling, sealant applications, fluoride treatments, and other services within your scope of practice Assess oral and periodontal health and identify individual patient needs Provide personalized oral-health education and counseling Help patients understand the connection between oral health and their overall health Document assessments, treatment, and patient interactions accurately in the dental record Work closely with dentists and other members of the Dental Team to coordinate patient care Collaborate with professionals across our medical and behavioral health teams when appropriate Maintain safe, clean clinical areas in accordance with OSHA standards and organizational policies Follow infection-control and proper disposal procedures Respond professionally and compassionately to patient questions and concerns Maintain required professional licensure and certifications What You’ll Need Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene program Current license to practice Dental Hygiene in the State of New Hampshire Current CPR certification You’ll Be a Great Fit If You... Build trust easily with patients and make them feel comfortable in the dental chair Enjoy educating patients and helping them improve their oral health Communicate clearly and compassionately Are comfortable caring for patients with a wide range of backgrounds and healthcare needs Enjoy being part of a collaborative team Are flexible and comfortable working with the Dental Team between our Somersworth and Portsmouth locations Understand that social, economic, and other barriers can affect a patient's ability to access and maintain oral healthcare Bring a positive, patient-focused approach to your work Position Details Position: Dental Hygienist Status: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt Hours: 32 hours per week Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Locations: Somersworth & Portsmouth, New Hampshire This position works collaboratively with our Dental Team and alternates between our Somersworth and Portsmouth health centers based on the team's schedule and patient needs. Compensation $41.00–$46.25 per hour, commensurate with experience and licensure. Benefits That Support You Medical and dental insurance with an employer subsidy A health insurance option with no employee premium for employee-only coverage Earned time: 15 days during your first year and 20 days during your second year, including vacation, sick, and personal time Seven paid holidays Employer-paid group term life insurance Employer-paid short-term disability coverage 401(k) with employer match Optional vision insurance Optional long-term disability coverage Flexible Spending Account Access to local employee discounts About Greater Seacoast Health Greater Seacoast Health is a network of community health centers serving individuals and families throughout New Hampshire's Greater Seacoast region and southern Maine. Our services include primary care, pediatrics, dental care, prenatal care, behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, pharmacy services, mobile health, WIC nutrition services, social work, family-support programs, and public-health initiatives. Our network includes Goodwin Community Health in Somersworth and Families First Health and Support Center in Portsmouth, along with additional programs serving communities throughout the region. Our mission is to deliver innovative, compassionate, integrated health services and support that are accessible to everyone in our community, regardless of ability to pay. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a long and healthy life — and our Dental Team plays an important part in making that possible. If you're looking for a full-time Dental Hygienist opportunity where your skills are valued, your team supports you, and your work makes a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. Greater Seacoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Greater Seacoast Health