Choptank Community Health System, Inc..·Saint Michaels, Maryland
The Dental Hygienist provides preventative oral health services, including prophylaxis, sealants, and digital radiographs. They are also responsible for patient education, maintaining clinical equipment, and managing patient referrals.
Dental Hygienist (RDH)
The Dental Hygienist with Choptank Community Health (CCHS) is a critical part of the oral health team and plays an essential role in the development of plans of care for patients. Provides dental prophylaxis, fluoride as needed, services and dental sealants. Take radiographs as instructed by the dentist. Plays an essential role in the management of patient referrals and is a key link between providers and patients. Prepares and maintains dental equipment and supplies. Must be able to respond to emergency situations. This is an exempt, full-time position in pay grade 8 with the pay range of $76,843.00 - $115,264.00. The Dental Hygienist reports directly to the Dental Clinical Quality Director.
Market context
Dental hygienists in Maryland are typically in steady demand in both private practices and community clinics, especially for candidates who can work with children and communicate in English and Spanish. This role is competitive because employers often look for an associate degree, an unrestricted Maryland license, current CPR/BLS certification, and experience that supports patient education and preventive care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and highlight pediatric or bilingual experience before applying.
Empathetic Outlook- The ability to perceive and understand the feelings and attitudes of others; the ability to place oneself “in the shoes” of another and to view a situation from their perspective.
Attention to Detail- The ability to process detailed information effectively and consistently.
Problem Solving- Identifies and analyzes problems weighing the relevance and accuracy of available information. Generates and evaluates alternative solutions and makes effective and timely decisions.
Communicates Effectively- Developing and delivering multi-mode communication that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Values And Ethics- Serving with integrity and respect in personal and organizational practices. Ensuring decisions and transactions are transparent and fair.
Time Management- The ability to effectively manage one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
Choptank Community Health System (CCHS) is committed to creating a safe and open healthcare environment that improves health outcomes and values and respects the unique experiences and perspectives of both patients and staff by:
Prioritizing access for all individuals;
Offering ongoing training for staff to promote health awareness, preventive measures and early detection for the varied patient population on the Eastern Shore;
Actively engaging with patients, families and staff;
Fostering a workplace culture in which everyone is treated with dignity.
Choptank Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital or family status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.
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