School Based Dental Hygienist (Per Diem)

Hudson Headwaters Health Network • Town of Queensbury, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mobile Oral Health Clinical Dental Hygienist promotes and participates in planning, implementing, and evaluating a preventive, educational, and therapeutic mobile oral health program throughout the HHHN service area. The role delivers dental hygiene services in schools and other community settings, and supports oral health activities across the organization.

The hygienist provides clinical services in accordance with New York State statutes and regulations, the Dental Hygiene Code of Ethics, and HHHN and Mobile Oral Health Services Program policies and procedures. The position also serves as an oral health resource and educator to health professionals, school staff, community members, parents, and children. The proposed schedule is up to 19.75 hours per week, with shifts that vary. The pay rate is $46.82 per hour.

Requirements

• New York State license in Dental Hygiene.
• Current CPR-AED BLS Provider certification.
• At least three years of clinical experience as a dental hygienist.
• Valid driver license and ability to travel throughout the Network.
• Reliable transportation to designated work sites and willingness to flex the work schedule as needed, including possible evening or weekend special program events.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without day-to-day supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of terminology related to Public Health.
• Knowledge of personal computers and various software packages.
• Ability to plan and organize a wide range of functional resources.
• Ability to define and develop internal and external relationships.
• Ability to coordinate functional activities to achieve the organization’s overall mission and goals.
• Enthusiastic support for the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene, Health Education, or Business Management is preferred.
• An Associate in Applied Science in Dental Hygiene and three years of clinical experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and provide prophylaxis, sealants, fluoride treatments, and other necessary clinical dental hygiene services in accordance with applicable laws, ethical standards, and program policies.
• Participate in oral health activities conducted by the organization.
• Serve as a resource and educator on oral health as part of total health, including nutrition, tobacco cessation, anticipatory guidance, risk assessment, and oral hygiene.
• Demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional growth and competence.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree