Job Description

Dental Hygienist

Job Status: Full Time | Sunday - Thursday OR Monday - Friday

Location: 4510 16th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11219

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Hygienist to join our dental practice. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care, ensuring a comfortable experience for our patients while promoting oral health. As a Dental Hygienist, you will be responsible for performing dental cleanings, educating patients on oral hygiene practices, and assisting the dental team in delivering exceptional care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with oral health management of all patients
• Verify the identity of patients before administering treatment
• Obtain oral health assessment of each patient (new-baseline, follow-up)
• Review medical history and other pertinent oral health information
• Provide oral hygiene services including dental prophylaxis scaling, sealant application, and fluoride application consistent with accepted best practices and standards
• Provide dental assistance as directed by the dentist
• Provide oral health education and individual counseling to each patient according to known oral health care practices (e.g. tooth brushing, flossing)
• Document provided dental services on the patient’s chart

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Completion of an approved dental hygiene education program.
• Valid license to practice as a Dental Hygienist in New York State.
• Good clinical skills: e.g., providing prophylaxis/cleaning, removing plaque/tartar, polishing, patient education, charting, and x-rays.
• Good interpersonal/communication skills: ability to work with patients, educate them, maintain records, schedule, and collaborate with dentist.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with calendar management and office software (e.g., Outlook, Google Suite).
• Maximum attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Positive, flexible disposition.

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