Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist

Fusco Personnel is actively recruiting for a Dental Hygienist to join our well-respected client in the Capital Region, NY area. The Registered Dental Hygienist plays a crucial role in promoting and maintaining oral health for pediatric patients. 

This role is a full-time or part-time, direct-hire opportunity!

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive preventive dental hygiene services for pediatric patients, including scaling and tooth polishing.
• Apply fluoride treatments and dental sealants to prevent tooth decay.
• Perform oral health evaluations and maintain detailed, accurate records of patient health histories and findings.
• Educate patients and families on proper brushing, flossing, and nutrition practices to support long-term oral health.
• Assist dentist during clinical examinations and treatments while prioritizing patient comfort and well-being.
• Maintain strict adherence to sterilization procedures and infection control protocols in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Maintain and update patient records while coordinating follow-up visits and continued care
• Participate in community education initiatives aimed at increasing awareness of pediatric dental health and preventive care

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in the state of New York
• CPR certified
• Strong knowledge of dental hygiene practices, infection control, and safety protocols

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in pediatric dentistry or working with special needs children
• Organizational skills are applied in managing patient records, scheduling, and maintaining compliance with health regulations.
• Additional certifications such as Local Anesthesia or Nitrous Oxide administration.
• Familiarity with electronic dental records (EDR) systems.
• Bilingual, particularly in Spanish (plus)

Salary Range:

$44.00- $48.00/ hour

Fusco Personnel takes great pride in successfully matching talent and culture for our valued clients.  We accomplish this through the hard work and expertise of our exemplary specialty recruiters and staff.

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Fusco Personnel is a NYS Certified Women Business Enterprise (WBE) and an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.