Dental Hygienist

Envision Talent Solutions; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist to deliver exceptional patient care. This role involves performing periodontal screenings, collaborating on treatment plans, and educating patients on oral health. Ideal candidates will excel in a team environment and have a strong focus on patient trust and care. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving patient outcomes and promoting lifelong wellness.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist in a periodontal or general practice.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and infection control protocols.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial periodontal screenings and provide ongoing maintenance.
• Collaborate on evidence-based treatment plans with a periodontist.
• Educate patients on proper home care techniques.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Physical Stamina

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene

Tools

Dental Imaging Equipment

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$90,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

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Summary:

Our client is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist to join their team! Working alongside a periodontist, you will perform initial periodontal screenings, provide ongoing periodontal maintenance, and collaborate on evidence-based treatment plans that safeguard long-term tooth and periodontal health.

The role blends hands-on clinical care with patient education, emphasizing the oral-systemic connection and preventive strategies. If you excel at earning patient trust, maintaining a steady hand, and thrive in a collaborative environment, this may be the perfect next step in your career!

Responsibilities:

• Clarify treatment needs and expected outcomes with patients before examinations
• Conduct initial periodontal and medical history screenings while requesting medical consults when indicated
• Detect recession, periodontitis, periimplantitis, oral lesions, and other periodontal concerns
• Drive comprehensive periodontal maintenance therapy during 70-minute appointment blocks
• Execute scaling and root planing sessions of 50-90 minutes per sextant or quadrant
• Review advanced chart audits to anticipate each patient's specific needs
• Coordinate closely with a virtual Dental Assistant for perio charting, documentation, letters, and X-ray sharing
• Follow preestablished treatment plans and communicate real-time updates to the clinical team
• Rotate between two practice locations as scheduled to ensure consistent patient coverage
• Utilize designated 70-minute prep blocks to stay organized and ahead of schedule
• Champion periodontal maintenance programs and motivate patients toward lifelong oral-systemic wellness
• Teach patients proper home care techniques tailored to periodontal health
• Provide postoperative instructions after scaling, root planing, or surgical procedures
• Sterilize and maintain instrumentation according to infection control standards
• Capture digital radiographs, CBCT scans, and digital impressions
• Collaborate with the periodontist to select evidence-based treatments, including oral cancer evaluations
• Record clinical findings, update charts, and correspond with referring dentists through letters and images
• Manage inventory and reorder supplies to ensure uninterrupted patient care
• Foster a positive, patient-focused environment that upholds all infection-control protocols

Required Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist in a periodontal or general practice setting
• Working knowledge of HIPAA and current infection control protocols
• Skill in preparing, using, and maintaining dental and imaging equipment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities that build patient trust
• Friendly, reliable, and detail-oriented approach to care
• Adequate physical stamina for repetitive chairside duties and instrument processing

Education/Certification Qualifications:

• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene or equivalent is required
• Active Registered Dental Hygienist license in the state of practice

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in nitrous oxide monitoring and local anesthesia, or the ability to obtain with employer support
• Prior experience in a periodontal or surgical dental setting
• Familiarity with detailed periodontal charting software

About Us:

At Envision, we are dedicated to bridging the gap between exceptional talent and leading organizations nationwide. Our mission is to transform the workforce landscape into a seamless and efficient hiring experience for both candidates and employers. With a robust portfolio of services, including strategic talent consulting, direct hire, and temporary staffing solutions, we empower businesses to build dynamic teams that drive success.

Envision Talent Solutions is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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