Clinic Dental Hygienist

Location: New York

Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a Dental Hygienist to work at a facility in Manhattan, NY.Pay Rate: $63 / hour Duties:

Job Summary:

Work together with the dentist to meet the oral health needs of the patient. Provide a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. Handles a variety of clinical duties for dental office operations. These duties range in complexity and skill, and all aspects of the job require an exceptional level of customer service skills and a strong commitment to working well with patients, doctors, dental assistants, and other dental office team members.

Job Responsibilities:

-GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation may be required.

-Provide oral hygiene dental treatment and oral hygiene care and education in accordance with guidelines approved, issued, and regulated by the state in which they work.

-Apply fluoride and protective sealants. Removal of calculus, stain and plaque from above and below the gum line.

-Provide nutritional counseling and self-care programs to prevent disease.

-Record and review patient medical histories.

-Uphold office policy including HIPAA & OSHA.

-Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

-Order and keep track of inventory as needed.

-Other duties as assigned. Work Environment:

-This job operates in a medical/clinical environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, x-rays, and phones.

-This job operates in a well-lighted, sterile environment. Employees must wear gloves, masks, protective eye wear, and clothing to protect themselves and their patients from infectious disease. Physical Demands:

-The employee frequently is required to talk and hear; stand and/or sit for long periods of time; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.

-While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to blood and blood-borne pathogens and/or physical risks, which will require OSHA training.

Skills:

Required

Skills & Experience:

-One (1) year of hands-on experience as a hygienist.

-GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation experience.

-Strong verbal and written communication skills.

-Some locations require GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy operational experience.

Preferred

Skills & Experience:

-N/ARequired

Skills & Experience:

-One (1) year of hands-on experience as a hygienist.

-GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation experience.

-Strong verbal and written communication skills.

-Some locations require GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy operational experience.

Preferred

Skills & Experience:

-N/A

Education:

Required

Education:

-High school diploma or equivalent.

-Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene school.

Preferred Education:

-N/ARequired Certifications & Licensure:

-DH State licenseX-Ray Cert.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:

-Anesthesia Required

Education:

-High school diploma or equivalent.

-Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene school.

Preferred Education:

-N/ARequired Certifications & Licensure:

-DH State licenseX-Ray Cert.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:

-Anesthesia If interested, please apply through this job post. You may send a copy of your most recent resume. If you have any questions, please feel free to call at  and ask to speak with Destiny Monday-Friday (08:30 AM - 05:00 PM PST).Clinic
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