Dental Hygienist

Ezra Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,768 - 103,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Pension Plan

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Ezra Medical Center in New York is looking for a dedicated Dental Hygienist to join our team, offering both Full-Time and Part-Time positions. You will play a crucial role in providing high-quality preventative and therapeutic dental care to patients. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and a current Dental Hygienist license in New York.

Join us in fostering a collaborative work environment while enjoying a competitive salary of $55.00 - $75.00 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and compassionate individual committed to enhancing oral health.
• Strong work ethic and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive oral assessments and evaluations.
• Take and develop x-rays as required.
• Perform preventative care and dental prophylaxis.
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene.
• Accurately record patient information.
• Collaborate with the dentist for patient care.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized workspace.
• Check dental equipment for functionality.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to educate and guide patients

Basic proficiency in dental software

Education

Current and active Dental Hygienist license in New York

Job description

Ezra Medical Center is a multi-specialty healthcare center located in the heart of Boro Park, Brooklyn, NY. For over 18 years, we have been committed to providing exceptional medical services to our community while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment for our staff. We are currently seeking a dedicated and professional Dental Hygienist to join our team on a Full-Time or Part-Time basis.

As a Dental Hygienist at Ezra Medical Center, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality preventative and therapeutic dental care to our patients. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, compassionate, and committed to enhancing patients’ oral health through education and professional care.

Key Responsibilities

• Oral Assessments: Conduct comprehensive oral evaluations to determine patients' dental needs, following industry regulations and guidelines.
• Radiographic Diagnostics: Take and develop digital and traditional x-rays as required.
• Preventative & Periodontal Care: Perform dental prophylaxis, apply sealants, and conduct periodontal charting, deep scaling, and root planing when necessary.
• Patient Education: Provide patients with instructions on proper oral hygiene, preventative care, and post-treatment guidelines.
• Clinical Documentation: Accurately record patient information in clinical charts and maintain detailed documentation.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the dentist to provide seamless patient care and ensure the best treatment outcomes.
• Clinic Maintenance: Maintain a clean, sanitized, and infection-free workspace following standard safety protocols.
• Equipment Check: Verify that all dental equipment is in working order before seeing the first patient of the day; report any issues to the Dental Director.
• Additional Duties: Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Dental Director.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Current and active Dental Hygienist license in the State of New York (NY).
• Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to educate and guide patients on oral health practices.
• Technical Skills: Basic proficiency in dental software and digital charting.
• Professionalism: A professional appearance, strong work ethic, and commitment to patient care.
• Requirements: Meets all criteria for appointment/reappointment as a member of the dental staff.

As part of the Ezra Medical Center team, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• Health InsuranceDisability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Pension Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

Benefit Conditions: Only full-time employees are eligible for certain benefits.

• Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
• Schedule: 8-hour shifts
• Pay: $55.00 - $75.00 per hour
• Work Location: In-person in Brooklyn, NY 11218 (Relocation required before the start date)

Apply Today

If you are a compassionate and detail-oriented Dental Hygienist looking to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our team at Ezra Medical Center and help us provide outstanding dental care to our community.