Dental Hygienist
New York, New York, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Dental
Specialty
Dental Hygienist
Salary
90,000
– 120,000
• yearly
Degree Required
AAS/AAA
Position Type
Full Time
W2 Salary
Work Environment
Outpatient
Location
West New York, New Jersey, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
10/14/24
Full-time Dental Hygienist Needed
We are an esteemed dental practice devoted to providing exceptional patient care and advocating for oral health, and we are in search of a skilled Dental Hygienist to join our team. You will provide high-quality clinical dental hygiene care and play a crucial role in ensuring our patients receive exceptional treatment. Your responsibilities will include assessing patients' health history, gathering and charting comprehensive data, and educating patients on maintaining optimal oral hygiene.
Salary:
We are an esteemed dental practice devoted to providing exceptional patient care and advocating for oral health, and we are in search of a skilled Dental Hygienist to join our team. You will provide high-quality clinical dental hygiene care and play a crucial role in ensuring our patients receive exceptional treatment. Your responsibilities will include assessing patients' health history, gathering and charting comprehensive data, and educating patients on maintaining optimal oral hygiene.
Salary:
- $90,000 to $120,000 a year with full benefits
- Monday - Friday 9 AM – 5 PM
- Provide clinical dental hygiene care, including assessing patients' health history to determine appropriate treatment.
- Schedule dental appointments efficiently and coordinate with the Faculty Practice team.
- Gather and chart comprehensive patient data, including medical and dental histories, to assist the dentist in treatment planning.
- Take and develop dental X-ray films, ensuring high-quality imaging for accurate diagnosis.
- Evaluate patients' home care practices and educate them on proper oral hygiene techniques to improve their oral health.
- Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans for patients based on their individual needs.
- Determine when further dental hygiene treatment is necessary and refer patients to the appropriate dental practitioners.
- Associate's degree Dental Hygiene from an accredited program
- Active state Dental Hygienist license.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a clinical dental hygiene role
- Strong knowledge of dental hygiene procedures, X-ray techniques, and patient education.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to providing high-quality patient care in a university setting.
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance