CPR Certification, Community Health, Community Support, Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Disease Prevention and Control, Healthcare, Infection Control, License Management, Medical Records, OSHA, Patient Assessment, Patient Confidentiality, Patient Education, Record Keeping
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Join Meridian Health Services and help us bring Whole-Person Healthcare to underserved communities. Were providing access to integrated physical, mental, and social healthand you can be part of the impact!
Position Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Dental Hygienist to join our team at our Richmond, IN. Under the supervision of a licensed dentist, you will provide high-quality dental hygiene services that support our whole-person care model.
Why Join Meridian to continue your Dental Hygienist career?
Your passion for community health, combined with our commitment to integrated care, makes Meridian a place where your work truly matters.
Dental Hygienist Key Responsibilities
- Perform hygiene care under an Access Practice Agreement when applicable
- Complete all hygiene duties as directed by the supervising dentist
- Obtain dental histories; assess, document, and maintain patient records
- Prepare patients for dental examinations
- Educate patients on oral health, prevention, and disease management
- Perform scaling and make appropriate referrals
- Recommend community resources and support continuity of care
- Follow infection control, OSHA, and CLIA standards
- Maintain licensure, CPR certification, and ongoing professional development
- Protect patient confidentiality and comply with all agency policies
- Participate in meetings, trainings, committees, and other duties as assigned
Dental Hygienist Qualifications
- Degree from an accredited dental hygiene program
- Current Indiana Dental Hygiene License
- Two years of experience preferred
Benefits
Meridian Health Services offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits (401k with match)
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Career advancement opportunities
- Wellness and financial wellness programs
- Merit-based compensation
Pre-employment requirements include drug screening, TB test, background check, and fingerprinting. Meridian strongly recommends flu and COVID vaccinations and follows all applicable health and safety protocols.
Meridian Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and participates in E-Verify.