<p>Job Title: Dental Hygienist</p> <p>Location: Orangeburg, SC</p> <p>Job Type: Full-Time, Non Exempt</p> <p>Reports To: Dental Director</p> <p>About Us: At Family Health Centers, Inc., we are a mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible, and compassionate care to underserved communities. We believe that everyone deserves access to comprehensive healthcare-including oral health services. We are currently seeking a skilled and passionate Dental Hygienist to join our Dental team.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Perform oral health assessments, including reviewing medical history, dental charting, and periodontal screening </li><li>Provide preventative dental care including cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants </li><li>Take and process digital dental radiographs </li><li>Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and overall dental health </li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records </li><li>Adhere to infection control and OSHA regulations </li><li>Collaborate with dentists and other dental team members to ensure high-quality patient care </li></ul> <p>Why Join Us:</p> <ul> <li>Competitive salary based on experience </li><li>$5,000 sign on Bonus </li><li>Paid time off and holidays </li><li>Retirement plan options </li><li>HRSA and PSLF Loan repayment eligibility </li><li>Opportunities for continuing education and professional development </li></ul> <p>This position is responsible for safeguarding Protected Health Information (PHI) and accessing such information only as necessary to perform assigned job duties. The employee must comply with all HIPAA privacy and security policies, maintain the confidentiality of patient information, and follow organizational procedures designed to prevent unauthorized access, use, or disclosure of PHI.</p> <p>QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of an accredited Dental Hygienist course and SC licensure as a Dental Hygienist are also required. One year of experience working as a Dental Hygienist is also required. Experience with electronic medical records is preferred.</p> <p>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess ability to communicate in the dominant language of the geographic region. Must be able to lift 30 pounds. Vision and hearing corrected to within normal limits is required. Must be willing to work on mobile unit.</p>