What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Cornell Scott-Hill health?
The Dental Hygienist is responsible for performing oral prophylaxis and topical preventative treatments for patients (e.g., fluoride and sealants). Under the direction of the Director of Dental, the Dental Hygienist will support the Dentist with X-rays, surveys and mouth charting.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Provides reasonable and prudent dental care for CS-HHC patients. Treats patients and staff respectfully, courteously and appropriately
- Performs oral prophylaxis, fluoride treatments and sealants
- Supports the Dentist with X-rays, surveys and mouth charting
- Maintains the recall system
- Participates in hygiene audits as required
- Represents the Dental Department on various committees as assigned
- Instructs patients in good oral hygiene habits and after care for dental treatments rendered
- Responsible for directing and discussing dental hygiene procedures with patients and when appropriate with their parents or care givers
- Assists the Senior Hygienist in making schedules
- Contributes to departmental planning and direction
- Performs other duties as necessary
Requirements:
- Degree from an accredited School of Dental Hygiene and license to practice dental hygiene in Connecticut.
- CPR Certification is required.
- Previous Dental experience is preferred. New graduates can apply. Familiarity with GE Centricity/VisDental system is highly desirable.
- Excellent technical and interpersonal skills required.
- Ability to work with disadvantaged persons.
- Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and ability to communicate warmth and confidence to the patient’s population.
- Interest in preventive dentistry, social consciousness, sensitivity to needs of community residents and the desire to work with and for disadvantaged persons.
- Excellent computer skills are necessary. GE Centricity/VisDental and/or electronic dental knowledge are highly recommended.
- Must be willing to provide evening, Saturday and satellite clinic coverage when necessary.
CS-HHC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status