Dental Hygienist - Part-time

Bedford Stuyvesant Family Health Center•Brooklyn, NY

11d•$45

About The Position

The Bedford-Stuyvesant Family Health Center (BSFHC) is a patient-centered, team based multi-specialty practice that has a full-time opportunity available for a Pediatrician in central Brooklyn. BSFHC has been providing affordable, comprehensive, outpatient medical and dental services in an outpatient setting for over 40 years. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), BSFHC serves all of the primary health care needs of families in the heart of North and Central Brooklyn. Our mission is to provide the most professional, courteous and highest quality health care, with dignity, to those we serve, especially the undeserved population, without regard for ability to pay. We are looking for a Part-time Registered Dental Hygienist, someone who is self-motivated, technically proficient and with great interpersonal skills to join our organization that prides itself in a great work culture. Candidate must be able to provide gentle and quality care, treatment plan, educate and communicate well with patients. Responsibilities includes but not limited to: Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination Sterilization of dental instruments Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride) Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques) Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures Take X-rays or dental impressions Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases Maintain documentation and charts on each patient Qualifications/skills: Graduate of an accredited school of dental hygiene Valid New York license to practice CPR certification Anesthesia License (Preferred) Knowledge of eClinicalWorks EMR a plus Digital x-rays preferred. Ability to comply with safety procedures, rules, and regulations in order to maintain a clean and safe working environment Strong working knowledge of dental terminology, equipment, and practices Other Related Skills/Experience: Experience working in community-based health care settings is also preferred Experience/An understanding of EMRs is helpful. The ability to demonstrate teamwork and effective interpersonal relations skills is imperative. Excellent written/oral communication and computer skills are required. Hourly Rate: Starting at $45 and based on experience Benefits Overview: We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision plans, Generous Paid Vacations, Sick and Holidays BSFHC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYEE

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of dental hygiene
Valid New York license to practice
CPR certification
Ability to comply with safety procedures, rules, and regulations in order to maintain a clean and safe working environment
Strong working knowledge of dental terminology, equipment, and practices
Excellent written/oral communication and computer skills are required.

Nice To Haves

Anesthesia License (Preferred)
Knowledge of eClinicalWorks EMR a plus
Digital x-rays preferred.
Experience working in community-based health care settings is also preferred
Experience/An understanding of EMRs is helpful.
The ability to demonstrate teamwork and effective interpersonal relations skills is imperative.

Responsibilities

Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
Sterilization of dental instruments
Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
Take X-rays or dental impressions
Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases
Maintain documentation and charts on each patient