Dental Hygienist at Rochester Regional Health in Rochester, New York

Dental HygienistProvides comprehensive dental prophylaxis care, necessary radiographs, and dental education to patients of the Rochester Regional Health Dental Group. Works efficiently with leadership in evaluation and development of our dental services. Provides high quality and efficient dental services. Patients include: children, adults, seniors, special needs, nursing home residents, hospital in-patients, and group home residents from various economic and social backgrounds.Responsibilities include:Cleans and sterilizes all dental instruments following proper procedures as outlined in the Dental Policy and Procedure Manual.Works well with the Hospital Sterilization department in maintaining the flow of instruments between departments.Review and confirm patient's medical history and note changes in medical record and review with the staff dentist supervising the patient's careMaintains operatory equipment to run efficiently and smoothly by cleaning, oiling, and general maintenance of equipment.Follows the manufacturer's recommendations in maintaining hand pieces, chairs, suction equipment, and radiographic equipment and documents per department standards.Demonstrates continued professional competence through continuing educational programs, journals, and educational experiences.Provides complete dental oral prophylaxis removing calcareous deposits, accretions and stains, including scaling and root planning of exposed root surfaces, polishing teeth including existing restorations. This may include: applying topical agents, topical fluoride applications and topical anesthetic applications, and pit and fissure sealants.Provides written documentation of all services rendered, treatment necessary, in the patient's record/chart including the next appointment plan of care. Charting caries and periodontal conditions as an aid to diagnosis by the dentist.Provides clear written directions in communicating treatment provided (charge-entry); next appointment to be scheduled (number of units and treatment to be scheduled); and treatment pre-determinations to the practice coordinator/billing access associate as directed by the Dentist.Assist the Department Chief and GPR Director with the continuing review of general practice residents.Required qualifications include:A.A.S. Degree from an approved Dental Hygiene Program.Current License or Permit to practice Dental Hygiene in NYS.Preferred qualifications include:At least one (1) year experience in a dental office or clinic setting preferredMust have Keyboarding skills and be familiar with the Windows environmentAbility to anticipate needs and multitask with excellent customer serviceExceptional attention to detail and cleanlinessPhysical requirements include frequent standing and walking, with occasional lifting of light objects (?20 lbs.) and routine reaching, grasping, and fine manipulation for tasks such as patient care, laboratory work, or specimen processing. Cognitive demands include multitasking, prioritizing clinical and laboratory workflows, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams. Emotional resilience is necessary due to frequent interruptions, shifting priorities, and the need for precise and compassionate interaction with patients and colleagues. Environmental exposures may include infectious materials, biological specimens, cleaning agents, sharps, chemical reagents, and wet surfaces. PPE use, TB testing, and schedule flexibility are commonly required.Licenses/certifications include:DH - Licensed Dental Hygienist - NYS Office of ProfessionsPay range: $34.00 - $45.00 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.