Dental Hygienist - Part Time - Days

Mohawk Valley Health System•Town of New Hartford, NY

9d•$31 - $54

About The Position

The Dental Hygienist will deliver a wide variety of dental services by performing preventive and therapeutic treatment procedures and by instructing individuals in oral self-care techniques. Works under the supervision of a licensed dentist in accordance with Article 133 of the Education Law.

Requirements

High school diploma
Completion of an American Dental Association accredited dental hygiene program.
Valid NYS Dental Hygienist license

Responsibilities

removing calcareous deposits, accretions and stains, including scaling and planing of exposed root surfaces indicated for a complete prophylaxis
applying topical agents indicated for a complete dental prophylaxis
removing excess cement from surfaces of the teeth
providing patient education
placing and exposing X-ray films
performing topical anticariogenic agent applications, including but not limited to topical fluoride applications, and performing topical anesthetic applications
polishing teeth, including existing restorations
taking medical history including the measuring and recording of vital signs
charting caries and periodontal conditions as an aid to diagnosis by the dentist
applying pit and fissure sealants
applying desensitizing agents to the teeth
Complies with applicable regulations, policies and procedures.
May perform other duties under the personal supervision of a licensed dentist.
Perform other duties as required.