Dental Hygienist

FestusFull-time$48.08/hr
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To support the continued delivery of quality and compassionate care in our communities, we are offering a retention bonus of $4,000.* Your commitment helps us meet critical service needs, and we’re excited to have you be a part of our mission!

Empower Smiles and Change Lives as a Dental Hygienist with a Mission-Driven Health Organization
Schedule: 8- or 10-hour days, 7:30am-4:00pm 5 days a week or 7:30am-6:00pm 4 days a week.

Join Compass Health in delivering compassionate, community-focused oral healthcare as a Dental Hygienist. As a nonprofit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and Certified Community Behavioral Health Organization (CCBHO), we are committed to breaking down barriers to care and promoting whole-person wellness—one patient, one smile at a time. Our mission is to Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about preventive care, enjoys community outreach, and wants to be part of a collaborative team focused on long-term impact. You’ll work in a modern clinical setting with supportive leadership, while also engaging with schools and community programs to promote oral health.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver patient-centered preventive dental care, screenings, and education
  • Support oral health outreach in schools and community programs
  • Collaborate closely with dentists and other healthcare team members to ensure high-quality treatment
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques, nutrition, and long-term oral health strategies
  • Contribute to a safe, efficient clinic environment by maintaining infection control and equipment protocols
  • Travel to other clinic locations as needed to support outreach and care delivery

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

  • Associate’s degree in dental hygiene required
  • Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene preferred
Work Experience/Training/Additional Requirements:
  • Demonstrates professional commitment to providing services to underserved persons
  • Computer literate in electronic mail, word processing, and office management system software
  • A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage upon hire (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire) required
Licensure/Certification:
  • Dental Hygienist in the state of Missouri required
You’ll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:
  • Believe in equitable access to oral healthcare and want to serve diverse populations
  • Are energized by both clinical care and community engagement
  • Value working in an integrated care environment that supports whole-person wellness
  • Enjoy educating patients and making a long-term impact on their oral health
  • Thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven workplace that invests in your growth
*Retention bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.

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