Part Time Dental Hygienist
East Bay Community Action Program·Newport, Rhode Island
East Bay Community Action Program·Newport, Rhode Island
Deliver comprehensive preventive oral health services, including prophylaxis and periodontal therapy, to diverse patients in clinic and community settings. Maintain accurate clinical documentation in NextGen EHR and provide oral hygiene education to patients of all ages.
Description The Dental Hygienist is a licensed clinical professional who delivers high-quality preventive oral health services to patients across EBCAP’s dental program sites, including the main clinic and community/mobile settings. Operating under the general supervision of the supervising dentist and in accordance with Rhode Island Department of Health regulations (R5-31.1-DHA), this role serves a diverse patient population including pediatric patients through EBCAP’s school-based Smiles Program. The Dental Hygienist is responsible for performing a full scope of hygiene services, maintaining meticulous clinical documentation in NextGen EHR, and contributing to a culture of patient-centered, accountable, and professionally excellent care.
What You'll Do As a licensed Dental Hygienist, you'll provide comprehensive preventive dental care while helping patients build healthy habits that last a lifetime.
Deliver the full scope of dental hygiene services, including prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, fluoride treatments, sealants, local anesthesia, and digital radiographs.
Perform oral health assessments, periodontal evaluations, oral cancer screenings, and document findings accurately in NextGen EHR.
Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and treatment recommendations tailored to their individual needs.
Collaborate closely with dentists and the dental team to support high-quality, patient-centered care.
Provide preventive services to children through EBCAP's school-based Smiles Program using portable dental equipment in local schools.
Maintain the highest standards of infection prevention, sterilization, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.
Support quality improvement initiatives, clinical documentation, and department operations while contributing to a positive team culture.
What You Bring We're seeking a compassionate clinician who combines strong clinical skills with a genuine passion for serving the community.
Required Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene program.
Active Rhode Island Dental Hygienist license in good standing.
Local anesthesia certification.
Current BLS/CPR certification for Healthcare Providers.
Current annual CDC Infection Control certification.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for travel to community and school sites (mileage reimbursed).
Experience documenting patient care in an electronic health record (NextGen experience is a plus).
Passionate about preventive dentistry and patient education.
Comfortable caring for patients of all ages, including children.
Organized, detail-oriented, and committed to accurate documentation.
A collaborative team player who values accountability and clinical excellence.
Adaptable and excited to provide care in both traditional clinic and community-based settings.
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or community health experience. School-based or pediatric dental care. Bilingual in Spanish, Portuguese, or another language reflective of the communities we serve.
Subsidized, comprehensive medical (BCBSRI) and dental (Delta Dental) insurance plans Supplemental vision insurance (Delta Dental) Voluntary medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts Up to 3% matching 403(b) retirement plan Employer-paid life insurance Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, personal days, and sick time Mileage reimbursement Tuition reimbursement Employer-paid professional development Employee assistance program
Must be a graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene program with an active Rhode Island license and certifications in local anesthesia, BLS/CPR, and CDC Infection Control. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required for travel to school and community sites.
Market context
Dental assistant openings in Rhode Island are typically driven by steady patient flow in private practices and group clinics, with bilingual Spanish-English candidates often standing out in local hiring. These roles are competitive because employers usually want a high school diploma or GED, X-ray and CPR/BLS certification, and preferably formal dental assisting training; benefits commonly include health, dental, vision, paid holidays, and employee assistance support. Before applying, confirm your certifications are current and note that the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, which can save you time reviewing details.
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