Dental Hygienist

Position Overview We are seeking a registered dental hygienist who is kind, sees opportunities to innovate and collaborate, and is open to unique perspectives. Responsibilities Provide direct patient care to a patient population that reflects our community. Perform dental prophylaxis, examinations, topical fluoride applications, dental sealants, scaling and root planning. Provide patient education related to oral hygiene and dental health. Perform radiology testing as required, including panoramics and bitewings. You will be primarily based at our Blasdell location, 4233 Lake Ave in Blasdell and will travel to other Neighborhood locations in Western New York as needed. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program. Must possess a current NYS Professional Dental Hygiene license and CPR certification. Kindness: you treat each person with respect and compassion, valuing each person’s story. Resiliency: you see opportunities to innovate and find solutions when challenges arise. Teamwork: you are open to others’ unique perspectives, and will collaborate to meet shared goals. Fairness: healthcare is a right. You listen and advocate for patients and the community. Experience working with underserved populations. Strong interest in public health. Experience in community center or urban sites preferred. Bi‑lingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Benefits and Compensation Compensation: $70,000 – $80,000 annual salary (based on a full-time, 40‑hour work week). Individual compensation is based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other position related components. Tuition Reimbursement Potential: Our FQHC status provides a unique opportunity for tuition reimbursement for dentists, $50,000. A two‑year commitment to serve at a FQHC is required. This tuition reimbursement program requires application and is not guaranteed. Benefits: You’ll have options for medical, dental, life, and supplemental insurance. We also offer a 403(b) match, health savings accounts with employer contribution, wellbeing programs, continuing education opportunities, generous paid time off, holidays. About Neighborhood Neighborhood Health Center is the largest and longest‑serving Federally Qualified Health Center in Western New York, and is the highest‑ranked health center for quality in the region. We provide primary and integrated healthcare services all under one roof, regardless of a person’s ability to pay. Services include internal/family medicine, pediatrics, OB‑GYN, dentistry, podiatry, psychiatry, vision care, nutrition and behavioral health counseling, and pharmacy services. We’re working toward a Western New York where all enjoy their highest level of health and wellbeing. Neighborhood Health Center is an equal‑opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr