Dental Hygienist, Hospital Dentistry Clinic in Wilmington
Wilmington, DE - USA
Job Summary
Job Details
ChristianaCare Hospital Dentistry Clinic is looking for a Dental Hygienist.
ChristianaCare Hospital Dentistry Clinic is located at 501 West 14th Street in Wilmington Delaware. For more than 60 years the Department of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery & Hospital Dentistry has provided highquality lowcost dental care to uninsured and underinsured members of the community. Services are delivered by dental residents who have completed dental school and are pursuing an additional year of hospital-based training. Care is closely supervised by dedicated volunteer community dentists and experienced faculty members.
Dentistry Services ChristianaCare
Clinical services offered include:
- Comprehensive restorative dentistry (fillings crowns bridges dentures partials)
- All phases of implant treatment
- Endodontic services including root canal and gum therapies
- Pediatric dentistry
The Dental Hygienist is a licensed oral health professional who works collaboratively with dentists to deliver preventive care and promote longterm oral this role the Dental Hygienist provides comprehensive dental cleanings including the removal of plaque and tartar above and below the gumline and performs preliminary examinations to identify conditions such as gingivitis periodontal disease and other oral health concerns. The Dental Hygienist educates patients on proper brushing flossing nutrition and overall oralhygiene practices to support disease prevention. The Dental Hygienist also takes and develops dental Xrays to support diagnostic decisionmaking and applies preventive treatments such as fluoride and sealants to help reduce the risk of cavities. Through a combination of clinical expertise patient education and preventive services the Dental Hygienist plays a key role in improving patient outcomes and supporting overall oral wellness.
Work Schedule:
- Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 4pm
Why Youll Love Working at ChristianaCare
Comprehensive FirstDay Health Coverage:
Comprehensive firstday coverage including medical dental vision and life insurance. Enjoy low deductibles plus $0 copays for unlimited primary care (inoffice or virtual) with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities.Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy 32 days of PTO each year including 7 major holidays with options to roll over or cash out unused time.Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth
Advance your education with up to $5250 per year in tuition reimbursement.Paid Parental Leave
Receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family.Retirement Planning & Financial WellBeing
Access two retirement plan options including a 403(b) with company contributions plus professional retirement planning services and financial coaching.
Education Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene Program
- Current Delaware Dental Hygiene License
- Current CPR certification
What Makes a Successful Dental Hygienist at ChristianaCare
A successful Dental Hygienist at ChristianaCare demonstrates exceptional oral and written communication skills and a strong commitment to serving underresourced patient populations. Requires excellent interpersonal abilities particularly when supporting patients who may be experiencing stress and a dedication to public health and community wellness. Possesses a solid understanding of dental instruments materials equipment and radiologic procedures along with thorough knowledge of sterilization disinfecting techniques and universal precautions. Strong manual dexterity the ability to provide clear oralhealth instruction and a customerfocused approach to patient care are essential. Maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to the highest standards of safety and professionalism are key components of success in this position.
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Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination whose staff is reflective of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race color sex religion national origin sexual orientation genetic information gender identity or expression age veteran status disability pregnancy citizenship status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal state or local law.
Post End Date
Jun 30 2026EEO Posting Statement
ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family including health insurance paid time off retirement an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit Experience:
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