Dental Hygiene Specialist

3 weeks ago


Ogdensburg, New York, United States Community Health Center of the North Country Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team at the Community Health Center of the North Country. As a key member of our dental department, you will be responsible for providing exceptional oral health care to our patients.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assess patient medical history and provide personalized oral health care.
  • Conduct thorough oral hygiene assessments and record patient-hygienist transactions in the patient's dental record.
  • Provide oral health education and individualized dental counseling to patients.
  • Perform clinical oral hygiene services, including dental prophylaxis, scaling, sealant application, and fluoride application.
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to integrate patient dental hygiene care into their overall healthcare management.
  • Perform delegated dental procedures as directed by the dentist, adhering to New York State regulations.
  • Oversee scheduling of hygiene recall appointments for all dental patients.
  • Participate in group conferences and meetings as required.
Requirements:
  • Associate's Degree in Dental Hygiene and valid NYS Dental Hygiene License.
  • Current Basic Life Support Certification (training may be provided post-hire).
  • Knowledge of eClinical Works preferred.
  • Strong organizational and computer skills.
  • Ability to effectively interact with patients and caregivers.
  • Ability to maintain good working relationships with others.
  • Exhibits a high level of professionalism and confidentiality in dealing with patient issues.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
  • Excellent hand-eye coordination.
  • Ability to sit/stand for long periods.
  • Regular exposure to infectious diseases, blood, and airborne pathogens, needle sticks, hygiene issues, and other odors.
  • Ability to wear hospital masks, gowns, gloves, close-toed shoes, and other Personal Protection Equipment.
Benefits:

We offer eligible employees excellent, affordable benefits options, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Term Life/AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability, 401(k), and other elective programs. We also offer generous time off, including vacation, personal, and sick time, as well as paid holidays.

This position is eligible for student loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) for qualified candidates.


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