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full-time 2 months ago

School Based Dental Hygienist (Per Diem)

Hudson Headwaters Health Network

9 Carey Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
46.82/hr

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Job Description

Proposed Schedule: Up to 19.75 hours per week. Shifts will vary.

The Mobile Oral Health Clinical Dental Hygienist is responsible for promoting and participating in all activities related to the planning, implementation and evaluation of a preventive, educational and therapeutic mobile oral health program throughout the HHHN service area, as well as the delivery of dental hygiene services in schools and other community settings.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:

Conduct patient assessment, prophylaxis, apply sealants, fluoride treatments and other clinical dental hygiene services as necessary, according to the NYS Statute and Regulations, Dental Hygiene Code of Ethics, Policies and Procedures of HHHN and the Mobile Oral Health Services Program

Participate in oral health activities conducted by the organization

Act as a resource and educator to dental hygienists, nurses, school teachers and other professionals, community leaders, parents and children in areas surrounding oral health as part of total health including but not limited to nutrition, tobacco cessation, anticipatory guidance, risk assessment and oral hygiene

Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional growth and competence

Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in dental Hygiene, Health Education or Business Management preferred

An Associate in Applied Science in Dental Hygiene and three years clinical experience may be considered in lieu of the bachelor's degree

NYS License in Dental Hygiene required

Current CPR-AED BLS Provider certification required

Minimum of three years clinical experience as a dental hygienist

Must have a valid driver license and be able to travel throughout the Network

Must possess reliable transportation to designated work sites and be willing to flex work schedule as needed (i.e., possible evening/weekend special program events)

Must be able to establish priorities, work independently and proceed with objectives without day-to-day supervision

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills

Thorough knowledge of terminology related to Public Health

Knowledge of personal computer and various software packages

Must be able to plan and organize a wide range of functional resources

Must be able to define and develop internal and external relationships

Must be able to coordinate functional activities to achieve the overall mission and goals of the organization

Enthusiastically support the Mission, Vision and Core Values
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned

The pay rate for this position is $46.82/hour.

Compensation: $46.82

About Hudson Headwaters Health Network

Hudson Headwaters Health Network is a community health network providing a wide range of primary and specialty care services in Upstate New York. With a focus on patient well-being and accessibility, they offer services ranging from primary care to dental care, supported by a team of dedicated healthcare professionals.

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