Dental Hygienist

Description:

Working under the direct supervision of the Hygiene Department Supervisor, the Registered Dental Hygienist is responsible for the direct provision of oral hygiene and appropriate preventative services to dental patients of the center. The Registered Dental Hygienist is also responsible for providing appropriate oral health information to individuals.

This position is scheduled for 20 hours per week.

Launch Your Dental Career at Fenway Health – New Grads Welcome!

Are you a recent dental hygiene graduate ready to make an impact? Or a seasoned professional looking for a rewarding role in community health? Fenway Health is excited to welcome new and experienced Registered Dental Hygienists to join our mission-driven team. Here, your commitment to compassionate care and professional growth is truly valued.

Ready to join a place where your work truly matters? Apply today and help us shape the future of community oral health—one smile at a time.

Fenway Health is looking for a dedicated Registered Dental Hygienist to become an essential part of our dynamic and mission-driven Dental Department.

At Fenway, you’ll work alongside a highly collaborative and supportive team of dental professionals who are committed to patient-centered care in a respectful and inclusive environment.

What We Offer:

A welcoming, team-oriented culture rooted in equity and excellence
State-of-the-art safety protocols protecting staff and patients
Ongoing professional development and training
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a diverse and vibrant community

You’ll Play a Key Role By:

Delivering high-quality preventative care and oral hygiene services

Building strong, trust-based relationships with patients
Collaborating closely with dentists and other team members to ensure outstanding care

Fenway Health offers fantastic benefits to those who quality including:

Generous paid time off including 3+ weeks of vacation, 9 sick days, and 11 paid holidays per year (Part time is pro rated depending on hours worked per week)
Comprehensive and low-cost health and dental (100% employer contribution) insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Retirement plan with employer match
License fee reimbursement
Educational opportunities through The National LGBTQIA+ Health Education Center
CEU training opportunities
Supervision, tuition reimbursement, in-service training, and professional development support
Employee wellness program

Representative Duties:

Provides high quality clinical services to patients of Fenway Health’s Dentistry Department

Assists in the oral health management of all clinic patients
Obtains baseline oral hygiene assessment data based upon accepted principles of oral hygiene and periodontal care
Provides oral health education and appropriate individual counseling for all center dental patients
Provides clinical oral hygiene services including dental prophylaxis, scaling, local anesthetic, sealant application and fluoride (varnish/SDF) applications consistent with accepted professional practices and standards and in compliance with applicable state law and the center’s clinical protocols
Performs independent procedures as delegated and directed by a dentist in accordance with state regulations and law as well as Dental Department protocol and directive
Assists with various other clinical functions of the Dentistry Department as appropriate and if time permits

Performs non-Clinical Activities related to patient care

Records patient-hygienist transactions as they occur in the patient’s dental record so that the dental record accurately and completely reflects the nature of the contact, the condition of the patient and the care or treatment provided
Integration of appropriate patient dental hygiene care with other health care professionals involved in the patient’s health care management
Assists in the maintenance of all Dental Department areas in compliance with Dental Department directive and policies as well as center policies and procedures relative to infection control, exposure control and safety issues
Receives and places necessary telephone calls consistent with professional matters, clinic business and patient care of the Dental Department
Assists with various other non-clinical functions of the Dentistry Department as appropriate and if time permits
Insures the proper disposal of all contaminated or potentially contaminated materials in accordance with Dental Department directive and center policy as well as state federal regulations(s)
Complies in full with the center’s Exposure Control Plan
Travels when necessary to meet operational needs
As directed by a supervisor, performs other related and/or necessary tasks to achieve organizational and programmatic goals and objectives
Responsible for personal compliance with all applicable federal, state, local and center rules, regulations, protocols and procedures governing the practice of dental hygiene and the clinical provision of dental hygiene services as well as those relating to, but not limited to, personnel issues, work place safety, public health and confidentiality.

Meets agency participatory expectation

Adheres to all agency and departmental policies and procedures
Participates in quality assessment and improvement activities as requested
Adheres to the highest principles of patient and client confidentiality
Adheres to established safety policies, procedures and precautions; identifies potential or actual unsafe situations in the environment and takes measures to rectify the situation
Attends all required meetings, in-services and professional trainings
Maintains professional competence necessary to perform job responsibilities; maintains and provides agency with records of continuing education activities
Serves on agency committees and in professional organizations when requested

Performs other related job duties as required.

Requirements:

Education/Licensure Requirements

Graduation from an accredited School of Dental Hygiene
Unrestricted license to practice Dental Hygiene in the State of Massachusetts
Current CPR (BLS) Certification
Local anesthesia certification

Knowledge, Skill and Technical Qualities

Working knowledge of all phases of the field of the dental hygiene
Skill in the techniques of oral hygiene procedures and the use of equipment, instruments, and materials
Knowledge and practice of preventive dentistry and ability to instruct patients
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and staff
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience working in an ethnically, culturally, and racially diverse environment preferred
Ability to work harmoniously and effectively with colleagues, patients, clients and vendors across the spectrum of diversity, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic status, national origin and immigrant status, religious or spiritual identity, disability (physical, mental, emotional and developmental), veteran status, and/or limited English proficiency.
Willingness to contribute towards Fenway’s efforts in becoming an anti-racist organization and promoting a culture dedicated to ongoing development in service of humility, equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, where differences are acknowledged and valued.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises
Moderate physical activity Requires handling average-weight objects up to 15-20 pounds, assisting with patients and standing and/or walking for most the day
Will work with blood or blood-borne pathogens and will require OSHA training
Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment

We offer competitive salaries, and for those who qualify, an excellent benefits package; including comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans, and a retirement plan with employer match. We also provide 11 paid holidays, paid vacation, and more.

LGBTQIA+ identified persons, Black, Indigenous, and other people of color (BIPOC), and individuals from other historically underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

This is a union position in a Fenway Health bargaining unit represented by 1199 SEIU United Healthcare Workers East.