Dental Hygienist

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.

• and help redefine what healthcare can be.

Mercy Care Atlanta is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join our:

Primary Care Clinic: Neighborhood Union

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.