Dental Hygienist

Dental HygienistHawai?i Island Community Health Center (HICHC) Kealakehe, Hawai?i Island, HI Full-Time | non-exempt $49.20 - $66.56 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)Help Create Healthier Smiles Across Our Island CommunityHawai?i Island Community Health Center (HICHC) is seeking a compassionate and skilled Dental Hygienist to join our dedicated Dental Services team in Kealakehe. If you are passionate about oral health, patient education, and making a meaningful impact in the community, we invite you to become part of our mission-driven organization.As a Dental Hygienist at HICHC, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality preventive dental care and education to patients of all ages while supporting our Patient-Centered Medical Home model.What You'll DoIn partnership with our Dental Director and dental providers, you will:Perform dental cleanings, scaling, and root planning proceduresAssess patients' oral health and document findingsEducate patients on oral hygiene, disease prevention, and healthy habitsAdminister local anesthetics as permitted under Hawai?i state regulationsTake and process dental radiographsAssist with dental procedures as neededPromote positive patient experiences through compassionate, culturally sensitive careSupport community-focused initiatives and patient wellness programsWhat We're Looking ForRequired QualificationsCurrent Hawai?i Dental Hygienist licenseGraduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene programStrong clinical skills and commitment to patient-centered careExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work collaboratively in a team environmentPreferred QualificationsExperience working with children, adolescents, and diverse populationsCommunity health or public health experienceBilingual abilities are a plusWhy Join HICHC?At HICHC, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of our island communities. We are committed to providing accessible, high-quality healthcare and fostering a supportive, collaborative workplace where employees can grow professionally and personally.What We OfferScrub Reimbursement: Up to $100 annuallyComprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription InsuranceRetirement Savings: 403(b) Retirement Savings PlanWork-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off and Paid HolidaysIncome & Life Protection: Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Workers' Compensation CoverageFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Tax-advantaged healthcare and dependent care optionsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support resources for you and your familyAdditional Voluntary Benefits: Hawaii Life Flight, AFLAC, and Pet InsuranceApply TodayIf you're ready to help improve oral health outcomes and make a difference in our community, we'd love to hear from you.Join Hawai?i Island Community Health Center and help us bring brighter smiles and better health to Hawai?i Island.