DENTAL HYGIENIST (JR227094)

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Purchase (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Medical Center seeks a Dental Hygienist to support our dental team in New York. Under the supervision of the Dentist, you will perform prophylaxes, capture periapical x‑rays, and document exams in the electronic dental record. You will help manage supplies and educate patients and families, coordinating with front desk on scheduling.

Rotation weekend coverage is required; NYS Licensure and completion of a Dental Hygienist program are required, with prior experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of an accredited Dental Hygienist program is required.
• New York State licensure as Dental Hygienist is required.
• Prior experience as a Dental Hygienist in a dental setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete Oral Prophylaxes on patients.
• Complete periapical X-rays as needed.
• Documentation of the oral examination in the patient’s electronic dental record.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Educate patients and families.
• Coordinate scheduling with front desk staff.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Dental Hygienist program

NYS Licensure

Job description

Introduction

To heal, to teach, to discover and to advance the health of the communities we serve.

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Overview

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Under supervision of the Dentist, theDental Hygienistadministers 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 a MUST

Responsibilities

• Complete Oral Prophylaxes on patients.
• Complete periapical x-rays as needed.
• Documentation of the oral examination in the patient's electronic dental record.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Education to patients and families.
• Work with front desk staff on scheduling.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Completion of a Dental Hygienist program required.
• NYS Licensure for Dental Hygienist.
• Prior experience as a Dental Hygienist in a dental setting preferred.