JOB TITLE: Dental Hygienist 

REPORTS TO: Dental Director

The following statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Perform oral inspections and examinations

· Order and take dental x-rays

· Perform supra and subgingival scaling

· Place temporary restorations and recement crowns

· Remove structures

· Perform oral prophylaxis and polishing

· Assist in teaching dental employees relating to in-service programs and training

· Participate in dental health education, including preventative care, and nutrition

· Assist in the planning and development of programs for oral preventative care and coordinate the dental treatment for patients or clients of community agencies

· Assist in oral health education activities at community agencies

· Participate in community oral health screening activities

· Assist in the maintenance of dental supplies

· Perform other duties as assigned or when necessary

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Certificate or Diploma from accredited Dental Hygiene School or College required

· New York State License required

· Minimum of three years experience

· Bilingual in English and Spanish/Creole preferred.

SALARY: 

MORE INFORMATION: This is an exempt position.