Dental Hygienist (RDH) - Bella Vista Community Health Center

Dental Hygienist (RDH) – Bella Vista Community Health Center, Bronx, NY Position Summary: Joining our Dental Department, the Dental Hygienist will support quality dental services by cleaning teeth, examining oral areas, and providing patient education. The Hygienist will also take and develop x‑rays, apply fluoride and sealants, and monitor for signs of oral disease. Minimum Qualifications NYS Registered Dental Hygienist Familiarity with dental terminology and general principles of dentistry Computer proficiency Local Anesthesia certification Excellent communication skills Bilingual English/Spanish required Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Compensation: $84,000–$94,000 per year, based on experience. Key Duties Examine gums using probes to locate periodontal recessions and signs of gum disease Clean calcareous deposits, accumulations, and stains from teeth and beneath gum margins Apply fluorides, sealants, or other cavity‑preventing agents to arrest decay Provide clinical services or health education to improve and maintain oral health Review patient medical history and look for indications of oral cancer Benefits Fully funded health insurance for employee 73.5% funded health insurance for family Dental insurance $50,000 term life insurance 401(k) retirement savings (includes UHP contribution) Comprehensive paid time off: vacation, personal time, sick time, holidays, including birthday Equal Opportunity Employer: M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr