Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygiene Position$5,000 SIGN ON BONUSProvide high-quality dental hygiene to patients in center.Job Responsibilities:Participate in Center efforts to provide the highest quality patient care to all segments of the communities served by the Health CenterMaintains a safe, clean, orderly work areaAdheres to Personnel PoliciesProvides assessment, therapeutic and preventative dental hygiene services to patients in the health center as allocated by the Dental Practice Act of New York State.Appropriately record dental hygiene evaluation and treatment in EHR.Refer patients as necessary to staff dentist for appropriate dental care.Assists in maintaining sterilization areaCleans and maintains inventory of dental supplies, equipment and instruments by:Cleaning and disinfecting operatories between patientsCleaning and sterilizing equipment according to infection control/sterilization policies and procedures and manufacturer's instructions for useCleaning and lubricating dental hygiene hand piecesAssisting with dental hygiene inventory control system and restockingTurning equipment on and off at the beginning and end of the dayChecking expiration dates on sterilized instruments and all dental hygiene productsRequirements:Two years' experience preferredCompletion of a New York State registered licensure qualifying or American Dental Association accredited dental hygiene program.Comprehensive Benefits:Health / Dental /Vision InsuranceRetirement PlanTuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan ForgivenessGenerous Time Off