Dental Hygienist at Rochester Regional Health

SUMMARY

As a Dental Hygienist you will provide high quality preventative dental care, necessary radiographs, and dental education to patients of the Rochester Regional Health Dental Group. Dental Hygienists work efficiently with leadership in evaluation and development of our dental services.

STATUS: Per Diem

LOCATION: Dental Group - Penfield

DEPARTMENT: Dental

SCHEDULE: Days

ATTRIBUTES

• At least one (1) year experience in a dental office or clinic setting preferred

• A.A.S. Degree from an approved Dental Hygiene Program.

• Required Licensure / Certification Skills: Current License or Permit to practice Dental Hygiene in NYS.

• Basic computer and keyboarding skills 

• Ability to anticipate needs and multitask with excellent customer service 

• Exceptional attention to detail and cleanliness

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Dental Hygiene. Provides complete dental oral prophylaxis removing calcareous deposits, accretions and stains, including scaling and root planning of exposed root surfaces, polishing teeth including existing restorations.

• Sterilization & Maintenance. Clean and sterilize all dental instruments following proper procedures

• Documentation & Coordination. Maintain all patient records and update as necessary

EDUCATION:

AS: Dental Hygiene (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

DH - Licensed Dental Hygienist - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$33.00 - $42.00Penfield14525

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans by a prospective employee and/or employee’s Physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.