Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

Dental Hygienist

Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center (HICHC)???? Kealakehe, Hawaiʻi Island, HI
???? Full-Time | non-exempt
???? $49.20 - $66.56 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Hawaiʻi 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.

In partnership with our Dental Director and dental providers, you will:

• Perform dental cleanings, scaling, and root planning procedures
• Assess patients' oral health and document findings
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, disease prevention, and healthy habits
• Administer local anesthetics as permitted under Hawaiʻi state regulations
• Take and process dental radiographs
• Assist with dental procedures as needed
• Promote positive patient experiences through compassionate, culturally sensitive care
• Support community-focused initiatives and patient wellness programs

• Current Hawaiʻi Dental Hygienist license
• Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene program
• Strong clinical skills and commitment to patient-centered care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Experience working with children, adolescents, and diverse populations
• Community health or public health experience
• Bilingual abilities are a plus

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 Offer

• Scrub Reimbursement: Up to $100 annually
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Insurance
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Income & Life Protection: Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Workers' Compensation Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Tax-advantaged healthcare and dependent care options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support resources for you and your family
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Hawaii Life Flight, AFLAC, and Pet Insurance

If you're ready to help improve oral health outcomes and make a difference in our community, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center and help us bring brighter smiles and better health to Hawaiʻi Island. ????