Job Title: Dental Hygienist
Location: Boston-MA
Duration: 6+ months
Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
We are seeking a licensed Dental Hygienist . The ideal candidate will provide preventive, clinical, therapeutic, and educational oral healthcare services while ensuring compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control standards.
Responsibilities
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Perform dental cleanings, scaling, and root planing
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Administer local anesthesia, fluoride, and therapeutic agents
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Take and expose dental radiographs
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Conduct oral cancer screenings, periodontal assessments, and chart dental findings
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Review and update patient medical histories and obtain medical clearances when needed
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Educate patients on oral hygiene, home care, flossing, brushing, and nutrition
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Prepare and disinfect operatories before and after each patient
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Maintain sterilization procedures and universal precautions
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Adhere to OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, and blood-borne pathogen protocols
Requirements
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Associate’s Degree, vocational, or technical training in Dental Hygiene
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1–3 years of relevant experience preferred
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Active Massachusetts Dental Hygienist license
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Current certifications/licensure maintained throughout assignment