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Cass County Dental Clinic in Belton and Harrisonville is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our fun, compassionate, and mission-driven team! The ideal candidate will be dependable, hardworking, detail-oriented, and a team player. Hygienists with a passion for serving children, adolescents, pregnant women, and underserved populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

Schedule

• Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Days: 2–4 days per week (Belton or Harrisonville)
• Patient mix: Primarily ages 13–20, with some younger children and pregnant women
• Flexible scheduling available

Requirements

• Missouri Dental Hygiene License in good standing
• Current BLS certification
• Positive, patient-focused attitude

Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $40/hour
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Two weeks paid vacation + paid holidays
• IRA with employer match
• Professional development assistance
• Benefits eligibility is based on FTE (full-time equivalent) status.

Key Responsibilities

• Review medical histories at each visit
• Chart restorations, oral conditions, and treatment plans using dental software
• Acquire diagnostic radiographs (intraoral & panoramic) as indicated
• Perform oral cancer screenings and soft tissue evaluations
• Conduct periodontal assessments (ages 13+)
• Provide prophylaxis, fluoride (SDF & varnish), sealants (resin & glass ionomer), and nonsurgical periodontal therapy
• Administer local anesthesia and monitor/administer nitrous oxide as directed by the dentist
• Document informed consent, treatment, and refusals in patient records
• Ensure compliance with CDC, HIPAA, and OSHA standards
• Maintain operatory and sterilization area cleanliness
•  Recognize emergencies and follow established protocols
• Provide patient and parent/guardian education on home care, treatment plans, and prevention

Qualifications

• Missouri Dental Hygiene License (required)
• BLS certification (required)
• 3 years clinical RDH experience preferred
• Experience with CareStack and Sota Cloud preferred
• Community health or pediatric dental experience preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to expanding access to care for the underserve

Essential Functions

Registered Dental Hygienists must demonstrate critical thinking, logical reasoning, and analytical skills, as well as the motor, auditory, and visual abilities necessary to perform in accordance with the American Dental Hygienists’ Association Standards of Care. Cass County Dental Clinic complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodations upon request.

Position Details

• Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
• Pay: From $40.00 per hour
• Expected Hours: 16–32 per week
• Schedule: 8-hour day shifts
• Experience: Clinical RDH – 3 years (Preferred)
• License/Certification: Missouri Dental Hygiene License (Required)
• Work Location: In-person (Belton and Harrisonville)