Premium Health Center
Dental Hygienist
Job Status:
Full Time | Sunday - Thursday OR Monday - Friday Location:
4510 16th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11219
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Hygienist to join our dental practice. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care, ensuring a comfortable experience for our patients while promoting oral health. As a Dental Hygienist, you will be responsible for performing dental cleanings, educating patients on oral hygiene practices, and assisting the dental team in delivering exceptional care.
Key Responsibilities Assist with oral health management of all patients Verify the identity of patients before administering treatment Obtain oral health assessment of each patient (new-baseline, follow-up) Review medical history and other pertinent oral health information Provide oral hygiene services including dental prophylaxis scaling, sealant application, and fluoride application consistent with accepted best practices and standards Provide dental assistance as directed by the dentist Provide oral health education and individual counseling to each patient according to known oral health care practices (e.g. tooth brushing, flossing) Document provided dental services on the patient’s chart
Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent (GED). Completion of an approved dental hygiene education program. Valid license to practice as a Dental Hygienist in New York State. Good clinical skills: e.g., providing prophylaxis/cleaning, removing plaque/tartar, polishing, patient education, charting, and x-rays. Good interpersonal/communication skills: ability to work with patients, educate them, maintain records, schedule, and collaborate with dentist. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with calendar management and office software (e.g., Outlook, Google Suite). Maximum attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information. Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team. Positive, flexible disposition.
Full Time | Sunday - Thursday OR Monday - Friday Location:
4510 16th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11219
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Hygienist to join our dental practice. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care, ensuring a comfortable experience for our patients while promoting oral health. As a Dental Hygienist, you will be responsible for performing dental cleanings, educating patients on oral hygiene practices, and assisting the dental team in delivering exceptional care.
Key Responsibilities Assist with oral health management of all patients Verify the identity of patients before administering treatment Obtain oral health assessment of each patient (new-baseline, follow-up) Review medical history and other pertinent oral health information Provide oral hygiene services including dental prophylaxis scaling, sealant application, and fluoride application consistent with accepted best practices and standards Provide dental assistance as directed by the dentist Provide oral health education and individual counseling to each patient according to known oral health care practices (e.g. tooth brushing, flossing) Document provided dental services on the patient’s chart
Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent (GED). Completion of an approved dental hygiene education program. Valid license to practice as a Dental Hygienist in New York State. Good clinical skills: e.g., providing prophylaxis/cleaning, removing plaque/tartar, polishing, patient education, charting, and x-rays. Good interpersonal/communication skills: ability to work with patients, educate them, maintain records, schedule, and collaborate with dentist. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with calendar management and office software (e.g., Outlook, Google Suite). Maximum attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information. Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team. Positive, flexible disposition.