Job Title: Senior Dental Hygienist Department: Dental Location: Pluta Dental Hours Per Week: 36 Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm SUMMARY: Provides comprehensive dental prophylaxis care, necessary radiographs, and preventive care to patients of the Unity Health System Dental group. Work efficiently with the Director of Dentistry, Staff Dentists and the Office Manager in evaluation and development of our dental services. Provides high quality and efficiency of dental services as well as train, oversee and manage the OSHA/Safety Compliance Program for all three Dental Offices. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides direction to the dental office float assistant in maintaining standards approved dental product and supplies. Cleans and sterilizes all dental instruments following proper procedures as outlined in the Dental Policy and Procedure Manual. Works well with the Hospital Sterilization department in maintaining the flow of instruments between our department. Communicates to the Dental Office Manager regarding improvements/concerns of departmental systems, and equipment. Responsible for the training of all staff relative to the items and duties on the OSHA Safety and Compliance check list. Provides complete dental oral prophylaxis removing calcareous deposits, accretions and stains, including scaling and root planing of exposed root surfaces, polishing teeth including existing restorations. This may include: applying topical agents, topical fluoride applications and topical anesthetic applications, and pit and fissure sealants. Provides written documentation of all services rendered, treatment necessary, in the patients record/chart including the next appointment plan of care. Charting caries and peridontal conditions as a aid to diagnosis by the dentist. Provides clear written directions in communicating treatment provided (charge entry); next appointment to be scheduled (number of units and treatment to be scheduled); and treatment pre-determinations to the Dental Office Secretary as directed by the Dentist. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: AAS Degree from an approved Dental Hygiene Program is required. NYS Dental Hygienist License. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Five years of experience in a dental office or clinic setting preferred. #RRHAlliedHealth26 EDUCATION: AAS: Dental Hygiene (Required) LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: DH - Licensed Dental Hygienist - NYS Office of Professions PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Light - Clinical - Light clinical roles involve frequent standing and walking, with occasional lifting of light objects (≤20 lbs.) and routine reaching, grasping, and fine manipulation for tasks such as patient care, laboratory work, or specimen processing. Staff rely on strong visual and auditory acuity to accurately observe specimens, read instrumentation, monitor patients, respond to alarms, and communicate effectively with care teams. Cognitive demands include multitasking, prioritizing clinical and laboratory workflows, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams. Emotional resilience is necessary due to frequent interruptions, shifting priorities, and the need for precise and compassionate interaction with patients and colleagues. Environmental exposures may include infectious materials, biological specimens, cleaning agents, sharps, chemical reagents, and wet surfaces. PPE use, TB testing, and schedule flexibility are commonly required. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations. PAY RANGE: $35.00 - $47.00 CITY: Rochester POSTAL CODE: 14621 The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.

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