Dental Hygienist Part-Time

Overview

At Aizer Health, we are a Federally Qualified Community Health Center delivering transformative care with compassion and innovation. We provide patient-centered care and offer a range of services including Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Acute Care, Dentistry, Optometry, Women’s Health, Rehabilitation, Behavioral Health, and select specialty services. We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace and support growth for our team.

As part of Aizer’s Dental Department, the Dental Hygienist, under the supervision and direction of the Dental Director and Staff dentist(s), renders oral prophylaxis and fluoride treatments and instructs patients in proper brushing and flossing techniques.

Our Core Values

Putting Patients First: Every decision, every action, revolves around the well-being of those we serve.

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• Perform routine dental cleanings to remove plaque and tartar buildup
• Conduct root planing and scaling procedures to treat and prevent periodontal disease
• Carry out dental prophylaxis to maintain oral health and prevent cavities and gum disease
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care
• Recording and updating patient’s medical history

Record all treatment rendered, patient education, and teaching in the dental record and date/sign each entry. Record preliminary examination of the oral cavity, including charting of periodontal pockets, attachment loss, soft tissue condition, caries and other lesions, existing restorations and missing teeth, and classify occlusion with contributing factors for presentation to the dentist. Adhere to HIPAA standards and regulations, keep operatory areas clean and orderly, follow preventative maintenance procedures and infection control guidelines.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Dental Department Practice Manager.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate from an accredited Dental Hygiene school; currently licensed and registered in NYS
• Minimum of 1 year clinical experience

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with computers, electronic medical records software, and Microsoft Office Suite

• $50 per hour, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Short-term and Long-term disability
• Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance