Overview:
Join our dental team as a Dental Hygienist and play a vital role in promoting oral health and preventing dental diseases. We are seeking a skilled professional to provide quality care to our patients.
Duties:
- Perform dental cleanings and assist with other dental procedures
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and preventive care
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Maintain accurate patient records using Dentrix or similar software
- Assist the dentist during examinations and treatments
- Sterilize dental instruments and equipment
- Conduct periodontal charting and assessments
- Administer local anesthesia as directed by the dentist
Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Dental Hygiene (Bachelor's degree preferred)
- State licensure as a Dental Hygienist
- Proficiency in Dentrix, CAD, Epic, and other relevant software
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality
- Experience with medical records, four-handed dentistry, and vital signs monitoring
- Strong understanding of medical terminology and documentation
If you are a dedicated Dental Hygienist looking to make a positive impact on patients' oral health, we welcome you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $46.13 - $47.89 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 16 per week
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Choose your own hours
License/Certification:
- Registered Dental Hygienist (Preferred)
- Dental License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Poughkeepsie, NY 12601: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person