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Mercy Health

Dental Hygienist

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A Dental Hygienist performs routine dental care, including cleaning teeth and examining patients for signs of oral diseases, and educates patients about good oral health practices. Assists dentists in more complex dental procedures. Works in dental offices under the supervision of dentists and other dental health specialists.

$71,278 / year median in Georgia

+20% projected growth

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  • Employment Type:
  • Full time
  • Shift:
  • Day Shift
  • Description:
  • At Mercy Care, healthcare is more than a profession - it is a calling.
For more than 40 years, Mercy Care has cared for Atlantans who are not well served by the traditional healthcare system, including people without insurance, individuals experiencing homelessness, and families navigating life in a new country. Today, we are building on that legacy through our three-year strategic plan, our Conspiracy of Compassion.
Our goal is ambitious:
to reach more people, remove barriers to care, and address the medical, social, and economic needs that shape health outcomes. To make that vision a reality, we need talented and compassionate clinicians to join our team. Whether you are providing direct patient care, helping patients navigate complex challenges, or helping us build a healthcare system that better serves those too often left behind, your work will have a lasting impact on individuals, families, and communities. If you believe healthcare should be compassionate, accessible, and transformative, consider a career with Mercy Care. Together, we can change lives - and help redefine what healthcare can be. Mercy Care Atlanta is seeking a
  • Dental Hygienist
  • to join our:
  • Primary Care Clinic:
    Mercy Care Decatur Street
  • ​ Under the guidance of a licensed provider, you will help preserve dental health, prevent disease, and improve the well-being of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • What You Will Do:
  • Conduct oral examinations and perform dental prophylaxis
  • Provide patient education on dental hygiene, especially for those with chronic illnesses
  • Assist in community outreach, including health fairs and events (3-4 times per year)
  • Care for patients of various age groups, including adults, geriatrics, and occasionally infants, children, and adolescents
  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Associate's degree in Dental Hygiene
  • Active licensure by the Georgia Board of Dentistry as a Registered Dental Hygienist
  • At least two years of experience in dental hygiene
  • Strong knowledge of dental procedures, equipment, and terminology
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a team setting
  • Position Highlights and Benefits:
  • Day-1 Benefits (Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance plans).
  • Opportunity to get paid daily - through DailyPay
  • Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Discounts with major vendors; AT&T, Verizon, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Quicken Loans.
  • Our Commitment
  • Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings.
By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.