Dental Hygienist Part-Time/Full-Time

Aizer Health•Monroe, NY

About The Position

Aizer Health is a Federally Qualified Community Health Center offering a broad range of services and a relationship-based approach to whole-person care. The Dental Hygienist is part of the Dental Department and works under the supervision and direction of the Dental Director and staff dentists. The hygienist provides preventive and periodontal care, educates patients on oral hygiene, and supports a positive patient experience through professionalism, courtesy, and effective communication. The role performs dental cleanings, prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, examinations and charting, and patient education. It also includes maintaining accurate dental records, following HIPAA and infection-control requirements, keeping the operatory orderly, and participating in peer review. Full-time and part-time hours are available. Scheduling is flexible Monday through Thursday between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m., Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and one to two Sundays per month from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with an additional weekday off when scheduled for Sundays.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene school.
Currently licensed and registered in New York State.
At least 1 year of clinical experience.

Nice To Haves

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience with computers, electronic medical records software, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Perform routine dental cleanings to remove plaque and tartar buildup.
Conduct scaling and root planing procedures to treat and prevent periodontal disease.
Carry out dental prophylaxis to maintain oral health and help prevent cavities and gum disease.
Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care.
Record and update patients’ medical histories.
Document all treatment rendered and patient education in the dental record, and date and sign each entry.
Record preliminary oral cavity examinations, including periodontal pockets, gum recession, attachment loss, soft tissue condition, caries and other lesions, existing restorations, and missing teeth.
Classify occlusion and identify contributing factors for presentation to the dentist.
Adhere to HIPAA standards and regulations when managing or handling patient information or inquiries.
Keep dental operatory areas clean and orderly.
Follow preventive maintenance procedures and infection control guidelines.
Participate in the dental peer review process.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Dental Department Practice Manager.