Part-Time Dental Hygienist

Job overview

The Part-Time Dental Hygienist role is onsite in Newport, RI, with compensation of $47–$52 per hour. East Bay Community Action Program provides preventive oral health services through its dental program, including school-based community care. The hygienist delivers preventive and periodontal services, assesses oral health, documents care in NextGen EHR, and educates patients. The role supports coordinated, patient-centered care for patients of all ages, including children.

What you'll do

• Provide prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, fluoride treatments, sealants, local anesthesia, and digital radiographs
• conduct oral health assessments, periodontal evaluations, and oral cancer screenings
• document findings in NextGen EHR
• educate patients
• collaborate with dentists and the dental team
• provide preventive services in local schools
• maintain infection prevention, sterilization, safety, and regulatory standards
• support quality improvement and department operations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

part-time

dental hygienist

preventive dentistry

periodontal therapy

patient education

pediatric dental care

school-based care

nextgen ehr

newport ri

east bay community action program

$47–$52/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Mileage reimbursement
• tuition reimbursement
• employer-paid professional development
• employee assistance program. Benefits listed for full-time employees working 30–40 hours per week.

Why this role

Provides care in clinic, community, and school-based settings, including the Smiles Program.

About the employer

East Bay Community Action Program is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners. Sector: 62.