Permanent Dental Hygienist Job in Brooklyn, NY
Job Overview Join our dynamic dental team as a Registered Dental Hygienist, where your expertise will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and promoting optimal oral health. In this energetic and rewarding position, you will provide comprehensive dental hygiene services, assist with patient assessments, and support the clinical team to ensure a smooth, efficient, and positive experience for every patient. Your dedication to maintaining high standards of infection control and patient safety will help foster trust and comfort in our welcoming dental practice. Responsibilities Perform thorough dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing to remove plaque and tartar buildup. Conduct patient assessments by taking vital signs, medical histories, and reviewing medical records to ensure safe treatment planning. Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and preventive care strategies tailored to their needs. Assist dentists during procedures such as examinations, restorations, and other general dentistry treatments using four-handed dentistry techniques. Operate dental equipment including medical imaging devices, intraoral cameras, and digital radiography systems while adhering to aseptic techniques. Manage documentation review, ensuring accurate recording of patient data, treatment notes, and medical coding for billing purposes. Uphold infection control protocols in compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintain a sterile environment through proper sterilization procedures. Support the dental team by chairside assisting with a variety of procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout their visit. Maintain proficiency in dental terminology and EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix for seamless recordkeeping. Experience Prior experience working in a dental office or clinic setting is highly preferred, especially within pediatric dentistry or general dentistry environments. Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, medical terminology, infection control practices, and dental assisting techniques is essential. Familiarity with pediatric dentistry procedures and working with pediatric patients is a plus. Experience using EMR systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix enhances efficiency in documentation review and medical records management. Strong understanding of medical coding processes related to dental procedures ensures accurate billing and insurance claims processing. Proven ability to perform chairside assisting with professionalism, compassion, and attention to detail is required. Join us in creating healthy smiles! Weâre committed to supporting your professional growth while providing outstanding care to our patients through energetic teamwork and a positive work environment. Pay: From $60.00 per hour Expected hours: 15.0 per week Work Location: In person
