DENTAL HYGIENIST
Montefiore Health System, Inc.
Apply to this jobCity/State:
Purchase, New YorkGrant Funded:
NoDepartment:
Bargaining Unit:
1199Work Shift:
DayWork Days:
DAYS VARYScheduled Hours:
9 AM-5:30 PMScheduled Daily Hours:
7.5 HOURSHourly Rate:
$39.31For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.
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Under supervision of the Dentist, the Dental Hygienist administers oral prophylaxes of all new patients and service semiannually on continuing patients. The hygienist is responsible for periapical x-rays on these patients. In the absence of the supervisor or director, performs scheduling and work assignments based upon patient flow needs.
Ability to provide rotating weekend coverage based on operational need is a MUST
Responsibilities
Complete Oral Prophylaxes on patients
Complete periapical x-rays as needed
Documentation of the oral examination in the patients electronic dental record
Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment
Education to patients and families
Work with front desk staff on scheduling
Qualifications/ Skills
High school diploma/ GED required
Completion of a Dental Hygienist program required
NYS Licensure for Dental Hygienist
Prior experience as a Dental Hygienist in a dental setting preferred
Summary
Perform oral prophylaxes, x-rays, and patient education under dentist supervision.
Job title
Dental Hygienist
Experience level
preferred
Industry
healthcare
Location requirements
On-site in Purchase, NY; rotating weekend coverage required.
Salary
$39.31/hour
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Purchase, Harrison, NY 10577, USA