Dental Hygienist - Full Time - Days - $10,000 Sign on Bonus

Mohawk Valley Health System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 Sign on Bonus

Job summary

Mohawk Valley Health System is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to deliver a wide range of dental services. This role involves preventive and therapeutic procedures, patient education, and compliance with dental regulations.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and complete an accredited dental hygiene program. Join us to make a difference in patient care within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Must complete an accredited dental hygiene program.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and therapeutic treatment procedures.
• Provide patient education on oral self-care techniques.
• Comply with regulations and procedures in dental practice.

Education

High school diploma

Completion of an American Dental Association accredited dental hygiene program

Job description

Dental Hygienist - Full Time - Days - $10,000 Sign on Bonus

Job Summary

The Dental Hygienist will deliver a wide variety of dental services by performing preventive and therapeutic treatment procedures and by instructing individuals in oral self‑care techniques. Works under the supervision of a licensed dentist in accordance with Article 133 of the Education Law.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Under the general supervision of a licensed dentist, performs services which may include:
  • removing calcareous deposits, accretions and stains, including scaling and planing of exposed root surfaces indicated for a complete prophylaxis;
  • applying topical agents indicated for a complete dental prophylaxis;
  • removing excess cement from surfaces of the teeth;
  • providing patient education;
  • placing and exposing X‑ray films;
  • performing topical anticariogenic agent applications, including but not limited to topical fluoride applications, and performing topical anesthetic applications;
  • polishing teeth, including existing restorations;
  • taking medical history including the measuring and recording of vital signs;
  • charting caries and periodontal conditions as an aid to diagnosis by the dentist;
  • applying pit and fissure sealants; and
  • applying desensitizing agents to the teeth.
• Complies with applicable regulations, policies and procedures.
• May perform other duties under the personal supervision of a licensed dentist.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education/Experience Requirements

• High school diploma
• Completion of an American Dental Association accredited dental hygiene program.

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.