DENTAL HYGIENIST PER DIEM

Dental Hygienist Per-Diem

The health services that became the Anthony L Jordan Health Corporation (Jordan Health) began more than 100 years ago, in 1904. As one of the first 5 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) established in the nation, its roots are steeped in service to those who face barriers to health and health care, meeting their need for comprehensive medical, dentistry, behavioral health, and community services. Starting in northeast Rochester, NY, Jordan Health has since expanded to become a network of primary care offices and health centers serving residents living in three quadrants of Rochester, NY and in Canandaigua, N.Y.

Jordan Health is now seeking a Dental Hygienist Per-Diem who, under the guidance of the Chief Dental Officer, is primarily responsible for providing oral prophylaxis to patients.

If you want to apply your specialized experience and education in an environment where you can make a difference and significantly impact patients' quality of life, please consider our Dental Hygienist Per-Diem opportunity.

Requirements

The Dental Hygienist Per-Diem will ensure to:

• Check patient's medical records and heeds precautions as indicated.
• Examine new patient's mouth and reports any abnormality to doctor before proceeding with oral prophylaxis, followed by X-rays that may be required.
• Take and process X-rays.
• Provide patients with topical fluoride treatments and application of sealants.
• Provide patient with dental health education on an individual basis
• Assume responsibility for the cleanliness and care for dental hygiene operatory, darkroom and instruments take morning inventory of supplies, and orders and restocks as needed.
• Chart conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist.
• Maintain client confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Effectively uses technology and office resource tools to accomplish job.
• Have reliable attendance in order to be present to maintain effective relationships and keep up with position responsibilities.
• Have reliable transportation to be able to travel between two work locations.

Education And Experience Required:

Completion of a recognized course in dental hygiene.

Mastery of dental procedures and techniques. Skill in working with children and medically handicapped. Ability to work with a diverse population.

Bilingual (Spanish) abilities a plus.

Licenses And Certifications Required:

Current Provider BLS/CPR through the American Heart Association

Infection Control Certification.

Special Skills, Knowledge Required:

Mastery of dental procedures and techniques.

Skill in working with children and medically handicapped.

Ability to work with a diverse population.

Bilingual (Spanish) abilities a plus.

Jordan Health offers equal opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

About Jordan Health:

Jordan Health is an independent FQHC, with Level III Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) designation through the National Committee on Quality Assurance. Jordan Health receives funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Jordan Health is a network of outpatient primary care offices with providers who follow a panel of patients. While independent, Jordan Health actively collaborates with the major hospital and healthcare systems in our operating area to provide a total safety net of healthcare services.

Salary Description $50.00/HOURLY

Anthony L. Jordan Health Corporation