Dental Healthcare Hygienist

Long Island Select Healthcare Inc. (LISH) is a comprehensive network of community health centers. We are a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides Article 16 and 28 clinic services at 8 locations across Suffolk County, New York. We are a multi-specialty healthcare provider caring for our community through Primary and Specialty Medical Care, Dental, Behavioral Health, Audiology, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Language Pathology. We currently provide care to over 7,000 patients and have an annual operating revenue of $22m.
LISH is a forward-thinking, community-oriented organization! We are a certified NYS Patient-Centered Medical Home, with a mission to make a difference in our community. Our unique offerings include a robust Chronic Care Management program, Telemedicine & Virtual Care services and integrated Primary & Behavioral Healthcare.

As a Dental Hygienist at Long Island Select Healthcare Inc., you will play a crucial role in promoting oral health and providing exceptional patient care. Your primary responsibility will be to perform thorough dental cleanings, ensuring that patients maintain optimal oral hygiene. You will also educate patients on proper dental care techniques and the importance of regular dental visits. Additionally, you will assist in the application of preventive treatments, such as fluoride and sealants, to help protect patients' teeth. Ultimately, your efforts will contribute to the overall health and well-being of our patients, fostering a positive dental experience.
Valid dental hygiene license in the state of New York.
Associate's degree in dental hygiene or equivalent.
Instructing patients, oral hygiene habits
Disinfect and sterilize reusable medical instruments
Makes molds for crowns and dental prosthetics
Polishes fillings and other metal restorations
Takes and records medical history and medication lists
Documents treatment and patient secondary diagnosis
Schedules dental appointments in practice management system
Periodically reviews medical charts
Means and ability to travel between clinics.
Language Skills
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic to intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Excel, Word), as well as Practice Management and Electronic Medical Record software – eClinicalWorks a plus).
Ability to work as part of a health care team; ability to embrace role in the customer service equation; ability to multitask to also handle some of the functions of the Dental Assistant during absence/peak patient flow periods.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.