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The Dental Hygienist is responsible for providing outstanding patient care and performing dental measures to preserve teeth and prevent oral disease.
Candidates must have graduated from an accredited dental hygiene program and possess a current license in the State of Rhode Island.
A current local anesthesia license is highly preferred, along with reliable transportation and bilingual abilities in English and another language.
The position requires strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
The expected salary for this role is competitive, and candidates should have at least one year of relevant experience.

The Dental Hygienist is responsible for providing outstanding patient care and performs dental measures designed to preserve teeth and prevent the spread of oral disease. The Dental Hygienist displays responsible behaviors, communicates effectively to others and functions as a member of dental team. The Dental Hygienist must demonstrate competency in all skills related to the performance of patient care.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS

Graduation from a dental hygiene program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and approved by the RI State Board

Current license in the State of Rhode Island as a Dental Hygienist

Current local anesthesia license highly preferred

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Reliable transportation

Bilingual ability in English and Spanish, Portuguese or Creole speaking abilities preferred

Cultural sensitivity necessary to work with a diverse patient and staff population

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Knowledge of computers and medical records required

Knowledge of Microsoft Suite preferred

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

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