What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dental Hygienist position at One Manhattan Dental?
We are seeking a dental hygienist for a restorative dental practice in NYC UES area. We are a friendly, goal oriented practice and we are looking for a motivated, reliable team player. Benefits and salary is commensurate with experience. Knowledge of Dentrix dental software is helpful. Your job will be heavily focused on creating a warm, energized, positive environment with our doctors, team members, patients and anyone that you interact with.
Mission Statement:
We work together with our patients to help them take exceptional care of themselves by utilizing the best proven techniques, technology, and a high level of hospitality to make people healthier, happier and more confident.
Dental Hygienist Job Responsibilities (not limited to):
-Promotes dental health by completing dental prophylaxis, providing oral cancer screening and radiographic studies, charting conditions of decay and disease, and performing procedures in compliance with the Dental Practice Act.
-Prepares treatment room for patient by adhering to prescribed procedures and protocols.
-Prepares patient for dental hygiene treatment by welcoming, soothing, seating, and draping patient.
-Maintains instrumentation for dental hygiene treatment by sharpening, sterilizing, and selecting instruments.
-Selects materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating patient’s oral health.
-Take x-rays when necessary
-Completes dental prophylaxis by cleaning deposits and stains from teeth and from beneath gum margins.
-Detects disease by completing oral cancer screening; feeling and visually examining gums, using probes to locate periodontal disease and to assess levels of recession and exposing and developing radiographic studies.
-Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Requirements:
-Bachelor's preferred
-Current state license required
-3 years' experience as a Dental Hygienist
-Excellent verbal communication skills
-Basic understanding and knowledge of HIPAA privacy rules
Full-time and part-time position available.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $40.00 - $65.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 45 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Registered Dental Hygienist (Preferred)
- Dental License (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- New York, NY 10065: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40 - $65