**Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring a part time Dental Hygienist to work at the main hospital location in Lawrenceville with some possible travel to Oakland or Hampton.** **Rate of pay will be determined based on level of experience.** **What We Offer:** + Paid time off and holidays + A supportive, team-oriented work environment + Opportunities to make a lasting impact on children’s health + Rewarding experience of caring for an underserved population + Long and short-term disability offered (maternity and parental leave) + Travel for continuing education reimbursement + Affordable medical, dental, vison health care options + Retirement employer match + Health savings accounts HSA available **Responsibilities:** + Provide preventive dental care including cleanings, fluoride treatments, and oral hygiene instruction + Assist with dental assessments, charting, and treatment planning tailored to medically complex conditions + Use advanced behavior guidance techniques utilizing passive restraints like papoose boards and mouth props + Collaborate with pediatric dentists, physicians, nurses, and caregivers to create a seamless care experience that is safe, comforting and inclusive. + Modify procedures and techniques to accommodate sensory or physical limitations + Participate in continuing education and professional development focused on special healthcare needs for dental patients + Expose and scan quality digital radiographs for review by dentist. + Maintain equipment and supplies as directed by the clinic coordinator. + Perform all necessary housekeeping tasks + Teach hygiene students from the University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine. *Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors and other duties as assigned + High school diploma. + Graduation from accredited dental hygiene program. + Dental hygiene experience preferred. **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:** + CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire + Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) + Current state license as Registered Dental Hygienist + Act 31, 33, 34, and 73 child abuse clearances **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**