Dental Hygienist Job in Mt Vernon, New York

(Job ID: 510319)

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Are you bursting with excitement about putting your dental skills to use?? Are you ready to join a fun-loving team and provide optimal oral health care?? At Elevation Dental Studio, we believe in comprehensive treatment and aim to provide excellent care by educating our patients in a comfortable environment. Our owner dentist strongly believes in work-life balance and we set our day to have an efficient schedule for both our team and patients. We utilize modern, digital technology to attain the best possible outcomes. A hygienist who is interested in developing both her clinical and business skills will be a great fit. Some knowledge of Spanish is helpful as we do have a diverse patient pool in the suburban neighborhood of Fleetwood, Mt. Vernon. MOST important is a positive attitude, attention to detail, and a desire to bend over backwards in treating our patients like they have never been treated before. You MUST play well with others as we have a small team and depend on each other to make our days go smoothly! New graduates are welcome to apply. This is a full time OR part time position and is perfect for someone seeking a solid long-term position. Compensation is based on experience and performance. Benefits are competitive and include a 401K contribution, paid time off and continuing education opportunities. If you are open minded, love working with others and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, please email your cover letter AND resume immediately to: [sign in to DentalPost to see current contact info] Responsibilities: • Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel at ease • Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have • Prepare sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures • Take vital signs and accurately record medical histories • Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories • Evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection • Remove plaque, calculus and apply fluoride treatments • Teach good oral hygiene techniques • Make dental impressions and perform digital scans • Take radiographs as needed • Assist the dentist during procedures and exams • Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies • Other duties as necessary Qualifications: • Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation • Current Dental Hygienist licensure • Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and all dentistry safety guidelines • Excellent communication and customer service skills