Dental Hygienist

Dental HygienistUnder the supervision of the Dental Hygiene Supervisor, primary function is to provide high quality hygiene services to Dental Center patients. Additional functions will include and not be limited to: administrative tasks related to patient care including data entry into Electronic Dental Record. Hygienist is cognizant of the philosophy, standards, objectives and policies of the Dental Center and the Funds.Performs basic hygiene procedures including: prophylaxis, debridement, polishing, oral hygiene instructions, nutritional counseling, topical fluoride and sealant applicationPerforms advanced therapeutic procedures including scaling and root planning, periodontal maintenance prophylaxisAdministers local anesthetics for hygiene procedures as directed by a dentistProficient in the use of piezo-electric devices and intra-oral camerasAssesses home care skills and practices of patients and provides guidance and education to support the patients' home care effortsObtains vital signs as neededObtains medical history of patientsProficient in obtaining radiographic surveys including full mouth series, vertical bite-wings, and panographic images using digital equipment as prescribed by a dentistCompletes comprehensive periodontal charting as neededPrepare treatment rooms for hygiene services as needed following accepted infection control standards as neededCollaborates with dentist for the purpose of formulating periodontal treatment plans for patientsAppropriate and accurate communication and notations in Electronic Dental Record for all patient encounters using departmental standards and protocolsCommunicates with all team members involved in patient's care, including clerical staff, Dental Assistants, Hygienists, Dentists and supervisors where appropriate to enhance patient careParticipate in any/all of the Dental Center improvements geared towards operational excellenceAll other duties assigned by Dental Center ManagementTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Requirements: Detail oriented, ability to prioritize workload, good communication, and interpersonal skills, team player, outstanding work ethic and employment record (including attendance and punctuality), computer skills, ability to type 40 wpmLanguage Skills: Speak, read, write, and understand EnglishReasoning Ability: HighCertificates, Licenses, Registrations: NY State Dental Hygienist License; NY State Dental Hygiene restricted local anesthesia certificate;Under 1/3 of the time: Standing, walking, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, couching, or crawling½ to 2./3 of time: Sitting, reaching with hands and armsOver 2/3 of time: Talking or hearing100% of the time: Using hands1/3 to 2/3 of time: Work near moving or mechanical parts, moderate noise.