Share Email Opening Title Dental Hygienist  Description Empower Smiles. Transform Lives. Join Our Team! Are you ready to make a difference in your career and your community? At Community First Health Centers, we are passionate about transforming lives through compassionate, high-quality healthcare. As we reopen our Port Huron dental clinic, we’re looking for a Dental Hygienist who’s driven to deliver exceptional care and create meaningful patient experiences. Joining our team is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to make every patient’s visit meaningful and every day on the job rewarding. This role is essential in ensuring our dental office is a place where smiles grow, and communities thrive. This position will be initially located out of our New Haven medical facility at 58144 Gratiot Avenue and will then transfer to our Port Huron location once the dental clinic reopens.   What You Will Do: Build rapport with patient(s), paying attention to detail and providing excellent customer service through positive, professional interaction Review and document patient dental history accurately and in detail as well as any current issues/concerns in EMR Evaluate overall oral health, examining oral cavity for signs of periodontal disease or possible cancers, including sores, recessed & bleeding gums and oral lesions Follow through with oral hygiene procedures in accordance with treatment plans prescribed by the Dentist; procedures may include prophylaxis, periodontal scaling, root planning, debridement, application of fluoride treatment(s) and/or protective sealant(s) Ability to apply anesthetics as needed and/or administer nitrous sedation Knowledge and use of film and/or radiograph; ability to take impressions Light general office assistance including unlocking doors, turning on equipment, stocking supplies and/or disinfecting treatment room(s) Participation in quality improvement activities Other duties as assigned   Why You’ll Love Working Here: Flexible Schedule: Enjoy a 4-day work week (40 hours) with no unpredictable shifts. Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive pay, affordable health coverage, employer-contributed retirement plan, and generous paid time off. Leadership Who Listen: Leadership that values your input, invests in your growth, and celebrates your contributions.   Why Choose Us? At Community First, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to making a lasting impact. We offer a rewarding career, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to make a difference every day. We’re more than just a workplace; we’re a team with a mission to make a difference. Here’s some of the reasons why you’ll love being part of our family: 40 hours in 4 days per week: With no unpredictable shifts, you’ll have the time to enjoy your life outside of work. Whether it’s spending time with family, pursuing hobbies, or simply relaxing, we make sure your career fits seamlessly into your lifestyle. We Invest in You: Competitive pay, affordable health coverage with an employer contributing retirement plan. Generous benefit coverage by CFHC: We want to keep money in your pocket. We pay for parts of your benefits completely and keep any of you out of pocket lower than ever. No competing office can rival our package. Work-Life Balance: Paid holidays with lots of vacation, and personal days to recharge. Support & Recognition: Programs that value and celebrate your contributions. Leadership who listens: Our managers and doctors want your collaboration. In fact, we encourage it. We are all here for a common goal and no one person can achieve them all on their own. Student Loan Forgiveness: You may be eligible to participate in federal and state repayment programs. Apply today and join us in building healthier communities, one smile at a time! We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Community First Health Centers: Improving the quality of life for our community!!   Position Requirements What We’re Looking For: Associates and/or Bachelors degree from a Dental Hygienist school/program Active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license required Current certification to administer Local Anesthetic & Nitrous Oxide Sedation Ability to work independently and with minimal guidance Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, to effectively and tactfully deal with a diverse group of patients, staff, customers and community groups Computer proficiency including experience with EMR system(s)   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Location Port Huron   About the Organization Community First Health Centers is a non-profit, Federal Qualified Community Health Center. We have been providing health care services through our nation's health center program since 1975. We service Macomb and St. Clair counties with offices in Algonac, New Haven & Port Huron. While our focus will always be on the underserved, our doors are open to the entire community in which we practice. Our mission is to provide high quality, patient centered health care that is respectful, compassionate and accessible to all members of our community. Our care is customized to each patient and offered in a 'patient first' atmosphere with exceptional customer service.   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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