Brightli·Columbia, Missouri
As a Dental Hygienist, you will perform professional cleanings and educate patients on oral health practices. You will also conduct assessments, provide therapeutic treatments, and maintain accurate patient records.
Are you a passionate and dedicated Dental Hygienist looking to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals seeking exceptional dental care? Join our team at Clarity Healthcare as a Dental Hygienist!
As a Dental Hygienist, you'll provide professional dental care, including comprehensive oral health education and all related clinical procedures. Our ideal candidate is passionate about preventative dentistry, skilled in oral hygiene techniques, and committed to delivering compassionate care with patience and understanding.
The Dental Hygienist position offers… · Career Advancement & Wage Growth - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added income · Comprehensive Training - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job training · Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement
Perform professional cleanings, including oral prophylaxis, while educating patients on brushing, flossing, and nutrition for lifelong oral health.
Apply topical fluorides, place sealants, and screen for cavities, periodontal disease, oral cancer, and medical history concerns.
Conduct radiographs, perform supra- and subgingival scaling, root planing, and provide comprehensive care for acute periodontal conditions.
Assist with periodontal surgical techniques and administer local anesthetics (if qualified), ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Record thorough and accurate medical histories to support individualized care plans.
Deliver therapeutic treatments while empowering patients to take charge of their dental health.
Maintain detailed, timely, and accurate patient records to uphold clinical excellence.
Train and mentor dental assistants, fostering a skilled and collaborative team environment.
Participate in dental prevention and education initiatives that promote oral health awareness.
Take on additional tasks as needed, contributing to a positive and innovative clinical setting.
• Registered Dental Hygienist License in the state of practice.
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited School of Dental Hygiene and hold a Registered Dental Hygienist License in the state of practice. Current CPR certification is also required, and previous experience is desired but not mandatory.
Market context
In Missouri, dental roles are often competitive because practices look for licensed DDS or DMD candidates who can balance patient care, efficiency, and continuity in a local patient base. This posting is open to both experienced practitioners and new graduates, and the benefits include medical and vision insurance, 401K, mentorship, and a continuing education allowance. Job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review fit faster; if you apply, confirm the mentorship structure and CE details during screening.
