Dental Hygienist

Oelbaum & Kagan Dentistry; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Oelbaum & Kagan Dentistry in the Bronx, New York, is seeking an experienced Dental Hygienist. This role requires a strong passion for dentistry and a valid New York State license. Key responsibilities include patient screening, taking and developing dental x-rays, and educating patients on oral health. Applicants must demonstrate superb customer service skills and a professional demeanor. Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Must have a New York State Dental Hygienist License.
• Experience in a dental setting is required.
• Strong communication skills and a professional demeanor are essential.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients and assess oral health conditions.
• Take and develop various types of dental x-rays.
• Remove plaque and calculus from teeth surfaces.
• Apply preventive materials like sealants and fluoride.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies.
• Counsel patients on nutrition's impact on oral health.
• Take impressions for study models and whitening trays.
• Maintain hygiene by sterilizing dental equipment.

Skills

Strong passion for Dentistry

Experience is mandatory

New York State Dental Hygienist License

Ability to multi-task

Professional appearance/demeanor

Positive attitude

Well-spoken & dependable

Provide stellar customer service

Job description

At Oelbaum & Kagan Dentistry office in the Bronx, New York, we take great pride in providing the best care available anywhere. Our set of highly-trained doctors & staff go to great lengths to make sure each patient is comfortable and pleased.

Our quality private practice is designed for ease and relaxation, and we are committed to offering the most effective treatments to improve the health and look of our patients’ teeth. Treatments available at our practice include teeth whitening, porcelain dental veneers, placement & restoration of dental implants, Invisalign clear teeth aligners, endodontics, and general dentistry, among other cosmetic and comprehensive dental procedures.

We offer employment opportunities that promote professional and personal growth. We work to provide our employees with continuous professional development and a supportive work environment.

We are looking for an experienced Dental Hygienist with a strong passion and motivation for all things dentistry-related at our office located in the Bronx, New York.

A career as a Dental Hygienist offers a wide range of challenges. In the dental office, the dentist and the dental hygienist work together to meet the oral health needs of patients. Some of the Key Responsibilities you will have are listed below.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient screening procedures; such as assessment of oral health conditions, review of the health history, oral cancer screening, and periodontal charting
• Taking and developing dental x-rays, including: Periapical, Bitewing, Panoramic, Cephalometric, 3-D Cone Beam Scan, etc.
• Removing calculus and plaque from all surfaces of the teeth
• Applying preventive materials to the teeth (i.e. sealants and fluoride)
• Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (i.e. tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
• Counseling patients about good nutrition and its impact on oral health
• Taking alginate impressions of patients' teeth for study models and whitening trays
• Sterilize all dental equipment and instruments to ensure hygiene is maintained throughout the office

Desired Skills

• Strong passion for Dentistry
• Experience is mandatory
• New York State Dental Hygienist License
• Ability to multi-task
• Professional appearance/demeanor
• Positive attitude
• Well-spoken & dependable
• Provide stellar customer service

If interested, please email a copy of your resume and a cover letter explaining why you would be the right candidate for the job to [e-mail].

We look forward to hearing from you!