Dental Hygienist

Erie Family Health Centers is proud to announce to have opened our newest health center within the Sankofa Village Wellness Center, a cornerstone of the larger Sankofa Wellness Village development at the corner of Madison and Kildare in West Garfield Park. This innovative wellness village represents a transformative community investment, bringing together healthcare, housing, and community services under one vision. The Wellness Center itself is a state-of-the-art facility providing comprehensive, affordable healthcare services, including medical, dental, and behavioral health, to patients of all ages, from newborns to seniors.

As part of Erie’s commitment to health equity, this center will serve all community members regardless of insurance status, immigration status, or ability to pay. Join our mission-driven team in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive and innovative environment dedicated to improving community wellness.

Erie Family Health Centers, a nationally recognized top workplace with 14 sites in Chicago and suburbs, is looking for a valuable addition to our Oral Health Department! The dental hygienist performs oral hygiene procedures on Erie’s patients; acts as an oral health educator and acts as an auxiliary to the dentist.

*Compensation is based on each candidate’s experience, skills and education within the range identified for the role. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements of the role will start at entry in the range. Any additional skills, experience and education will be reflected in the compensation offered.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Provides preventive, therapeutic and educational methods for control of oral disease as an aid to patients in Erie Dental Clinic in attaining optimum oral health as established by state guidelines.
Gathers and assembles pertinent patient record to assist the dentist with diagnosis and treatment. Such information shall include, but not be limited to medical and dental histories, x-ray surveys and chartings of oral inspections.
Maintains the hygienist instruments, trays and other equipment of the dental clinic in a clean and orderly manner which includes daily sterilization.
Performs in-reach and out-reach as an oral health educator
Works with the rest of the dental team to meet all HIPPA and Joint Commission requirements.
Other duties as required

Education

Active Dental Hygienist License, RDH certification required

Skills and Knowledge

Required:

Current CPR Certification
Excellent clinical and communication skills
The dental hygienist will work in various settings within the dental operatories, dental clinics, lab, front office; wear protective closing during treatment (i.e. gloves, masks, etc.)
Must be able to operate all dental equipment and instruments.
Must be able to sit, stand, speak, write and type

Preferred:

1 year of experience preferred

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TJC • CPR Certification • Oral hygiene • Medical chart preparation • Dental office • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • BLS Certification • HIPAA • Mid-level • Preventive health (patient care) • Patient history taking • Patient care • Dental equipment • Medical equipment cleaning • Patient interaction • Typing • Patient treatment • Managing patient records • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) • Registered Dental Hygienist • Communication skills • Health education and counseling • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling