Provides comprehensive dental prophylaxis care, necessary radiographs, and preventive care to patients of the Unity Health System Dental group. Work efficiently with the Director of Dentistry, Staff Dentists and the Office Manager in evaluation and development of our dental services. Provides high quality and efficiency of dental services as well as train, oversee and manage the OSHA/Safety Compliance Program for all three Dental Offices.
Responsibilities
Provides direction to the dental office float assistant in maintaining standards approved dental product and supplies.
Cleans and sterilizes all dental instruments following proper procedures as outlined in the Dental Policy and Procedure Manual.
Works well with the Hospital Sterilization department in maintaining the flow of instruments between our department.
Communicates to the Dental Office Manager regarding improvements/concerns of departmental systems, and equipment.
Responsible for the training of all staff relative to the items and duties on the OSHA Safety and Compliance check list.
Provides written documentation of all services rendered, treatment necessary, in the patients record/chart including the next appointment plan of care. Charting caries and peridontal conditions as a aid to diagnosis by the dentist.
Provides clear written directions in communicating treatment provided (charge entry); next appointment to be scheduled (number of units and treatment to be scheduled); and treatment pre-determinations to the Dental Office Secretary as directed by the Dentist.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
AAS Degree from an approved Dental Hygiene Program is required.
NYS Dental Hygienist License.
Requirements
Five years of experience in a dental office or clinic setting preferred.
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EDUCATION:
AAS: Dental Hygiene (Required)
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
DH - Licensed Dental Hygienist - New York State Education Department (NYSED)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:
$35.00 - $47.00
CITY:
Rochester
POSTAL CODE:
14621
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceEquity / stock options
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