Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Skip to job details
MV
Mohawk Valley Health System
Dental Hygienist
Career Insights for Dental Hygienist
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on New York data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Dental Hygienist performs routine dental care, including cleaning teeth and examining patients for signs of oral diseases, and educates patients about good oral health practices. Assists dentists in more complex dental procedures. Works in dental offices under the supervision of dentists and other dental health specialists.
$81,390 / year median in New York
+30% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary
The Dental Hygienist will deliver a wide variety of dental services by performing preventive and therapeutic treatment procedures and by instructing individuals in oral self-care techniques. Works under the supervision of a licensed dentist in accordance with Article 133 of the Education Law. Core Job Responsibilities Under the general supervision of a licensed dentist, performs services which may include: removing calcareous deposits, accretions and stains, including scaling and planing of exposed root surfaces indicated for a complete prophylaxis; applying topical agents indicated for a complete dental prophylaxis; removing excess cement from surfaces of the teeth; providing patient education; placing and exposing X-ray films; performing topical anticariogenic agent applications, including but not limited to topical fluoride applications, and performing topical anesthetic applications; polishing teeth, including existing restorations; taking medical history including the measuring and recording of vital signs; charting caries and periodontal conditions as an aid to diagnosis by the dentist; applying pit and fissure sealants; and applying desensitizing agents to the teeth. Complies with applicable regulations, policies and procedures.
May perform other duties under the personal supervision of a licensed dentist. Perform other duties as required. Education/Experience Requirements
Job Details Req Id 98760 Department
Required:
High school diploma Completion of an American Dental Association accredited dental hygiene program. Licensure/Certification RequirementsRequired:
Valid NYS Dental Hygienist license Disclaimer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.Job Details Req Id 98760 Department