Dental Hygienist

DAMIAN FAMILY CARE CENTERS, INC. is a Federally Qualified Health Center with 14 community based health centers located in the metro NYC area, Suffolk County and Upstate, NY, providing primary care, behavioral  health  and specialized care at all sites.  

Position Summary: • Performs all dental procedures, as permitted by NY State licensure, under the supervision of a licensed Dentist. • Conducts tele-dental exams under the direction of a remote dentist Essential Functions: Demonstrates competency and proficiency in performing the following services under the general consultative supervision of a Dentist and according to ADHA guidelines: Removing calculus deposits, accretions and stains including scaling and planning of exposed root surfaces indicated for complete prophylaxis. Applying topical agents indicated for complete prophylaxis. Removing excess cement from surfaces of the teeth. Placing and exposing X-ray films. Performing topical fluoride applications and topical anesthetic applications. Polishing teeth, including existing restorations. Applying pit and fissure sealants. Charting caries and periodontal conditions as an aid to diagnosis by the Dentist. Providing patient and family education appropriate to the age level and needs of the patient. Taking the medical history including the measuring and recording of vital signs. Demonstrates competency and proficiency in performing the following services under the personal supervision of the Dentist on duty: Removing sutures 

Qualifications: • Graduate of an accredited program for Dental Hygienist and currently licensed in New York State. • Minimum one-year experience as a Dental Hygienist is preferred. • Experience in tele-dentistry is preferred • Must be able to read and write English. • Bi-lingual Spanish skills preferred.