Dental Hygienist
Universal Primary Care
About the Practice
Job Description
a. Delivers direct patient care to patients as assigned, using established dental hygiene procedures.
b. Prepares patient for dental hygiene treatment by welcoming, soothing, seating and draping patient.
c. Selects materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating patient’s oral health.
d. Performs routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning, polishing, x-rays, application of sealants and fluorides and related procedures.
e. Assesses dental condition and needs of patient by analyzing medical records and prescribed protocol to formulate effective therapeutic treatment plans.
f. Records and reports pertinent observations and patient reactions to dentist and dental staff, as appropriate.
g. Educates patients on oral healthcare.
h. Sets up and prepares dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established regulations and guidelines.
i. Performs patient education, discharge planning and patient/family teaching under the supervision of a qualified dentist.
j. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
k. Maintains patients’ dental records.
l. Maintains current credentialing.
m. Completes paperwork in a timely manner.
n. Completes appropriate and timely charting.
o. Participates in quality assurance activities.
p. Attends required meetings.
q. Performs other duties as requested.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Completion of New York State accredited dental hygiene program
Current New York State License
Current Pennsylvania License preferred
Successful completion of training in the identification and reporting of child abuse in accordance with Section 6507(3)(a) of the NYS Education Law
Previous experience in a dental practice preferred
Successful completion of BLS course required
Universal Primary Care (UPC) is looking for a an energetic, self motivated, nurse to join our amazing team of healthcare professionals!
UPC is seeking a part-time/per diem Dental Hygienist. UPC offers family medicine including pediatrics and women's health care to our patients.
This position is responsible for supporting delivery of quality dental care such as debridement, hand scaling and regular cleanings to patients. Provides patients with education and information to assist with developing and maintaining good oral health.
Everyone is welcome here. We are actively seeking diverse candidates to join the UPC team and encourage applications from candidates of color. UPC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, veteran, or disability status.
Visit us at: www.upchealth.net
About Universal Primary Care
Welcome to Universal Primary Care (Southern Tier Community Health Center Network). Thank you for considering us. At Universal Primary Care we genuinely care about you and your family! Formally referred to as Southern Tier Community Health Center Network, to our community we are known as Universal Primary Care. As the only Federally Qualified Health Center in Cattaraugus, Allegany and McKean counties, we strive to provide high quality, primary care to all patients regardless of a patient’s ability to pay. We also take great pride in offering these services through a designated Health Center model. Two names, one purpose: To offer every patient that best care possible. Our “family” of practitioners, nurses, receptionists, billing and back office staff focuses daily on how to create a model of care that respects you, provides you great care and is compassionate and fair. It’s important to feel safe and confident when accessing health care. To feel good, stay healthy and be able to financially afford good care strikes at our most basic needs. That’s why we do what we do. Inside our walls, you will find a staff dedicated to mission, an organization committed to providing culturally sensitive, compassionate care and a model that attempts to meet you – the patient – where you are and help you navigate the complex world of health care.