DENTAL HYGIENIST

Montefiore Hudson Valley Collaborative; New York (NY); On-site; USD 54,153; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Assortment of insurance products

Discount programs through Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Purchase, New York, seeks a Dental Hygienist to perform oral prophylaxes and periapical x-rays under supervision. Responsibilities include maintaining patient records, inventory management, and collaborating with front desk staff. Candidates must have a high school diploma, NYS licensure, and prefer prior experience in a dental setting. This full-time role offers an hourly rate of $39.31.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Dental Hygienist program required.
• NYS Licensure for Dental Hygienist is necessary.
• Prior experience as a Dental Hygienist in a dental setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete Oral Prophylaxes on patients.
• Complete periapical x-rays as needed.
• Document oral examination in the electronic dental record.

Skills

High school diploma

Completion of a Dental Hygienist program

NYS Licensure for Dental Hygienist

Prior experience in a dental setting

Education

High school diploma / GED

Dental Hygienist program completion

Job description

DENTAL HYGIENIST page is loaded## DENTAL HYGIENISTlocations: 3020 Westchester Avetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR227096**City/State:**Purchase, New York**Grant Funded:**No**Department:****Bargaining Unit:**1199**Work Shift:**Day**Work Days:**DAYS VARY**Scheduled Hours:**9:30 AM-6 PM**Scheduled Daily Hours:**7.5 HOURS**Hourly Rate:**$39.31For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.To learn more about the “Montefiore Difference” – who we are at Montefiore and all that we have to offer our associates, please click .Under supervision of the Dentist, the **Dental Hygienist** administers oral prophylaxes of all new patients and service semiannually on continuing patients. The hygienist is responsible for periapical x-rays on these patients. In the absence of the supervisor or director, performs scheduling and work assignments based upon patient flow needs.**Ability to provide rotating weekend coverage based on operational need is a MUST****Responsibilities**Complete Oral Prophylaxes on patientsComplete periapical x-rays as neededDocumentation of the oral examination in the patients electronic dental recordMaintain inventory of supplies and equipmentEducation to patients and familiesWork with front desk staff on scheduling**Qualifications/ Skills**High school diploma/ GED requiredCompletion of a Dental Hygienist program requiredNYS Licensure for Dental HygienistPrior experience as a Dental Hygienist in a dental setting preferredMontefiore Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.### EMPLOYEE BENEFITSAn assortment of insurance products and discount programs through Voluntary Benefits.Check out our comprehensive available to you when you join our outstanding team!