Dental Hygienist

Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who see it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. Sun River Health is currently seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to join our team at our Bay Street Health Center, Staten Island, NY site.With a deep commitment to inclusivity, wellness, and equity, Sun River Health fosters a supportive environment for both staff and patients. Our award-winning network continues to address health disparities while providing excellent professional development opportunities for our team members.*Essential Responsibilities and Job Duties:** Supervises and renders dental hygiene care to patients, which includes but is not limited to, removing calcareous deposits, accretions and stains from the exposed surfaces of the teeth, which begins at the epithelial attachment.* Provides adult and child dental prophylaxes as well as full mouth debridement; topical fluoride; dental sealants.* Provides full mouth periodontal charting for the supervising dentist to construct a periodontal treatment plan which may also include scaling and root planning provided by the RDH.* Places and exposes X-ray films when requested by a supervising dentist.* Takes impressions for study casts, removes temporary cement and restorations, or applies rubber dam when requested by a supervising dentist.* Other functions allowable in NYS as defined in the dental practice act that may be delegated by a licensed dentist in accordance with regulations promulgated by the NYS health commissioner (example: local infiltration anesthesia following completion of accredited/approved continuing education).* Provides patient education, oral hygiene instruction, tobacco cessation and nutritional counseling to patients stressing the relevance of oral health to overall health.* Provides HeadStart and ABCD visual oral health screenings.*Minimum Licensure/Certification/Registration Requirement:** Graduation from approved school dental hygiene plus* Valid New York State license to practice as dental hygienist* CPR Certification* Valid NYS driver's license*Minimum Work-Related Experience: ** 0-1 year*Preferred Work-Related Experience: ** 2-4 years*Preferred Specialized Skills & Knowledge: ** Bilingual in both English and Spanish (orally and written)*Job Type:* Full-time*Why Join Sun River Health?** *Mission-Driven Work:* Make a meaningful impact by providing high-quality health care to underserved communities.* *Professional Growth:* Opportunities for development, career advancement, and licensure/certification reimbursement.* *Inclusive Environment:* Be part of a diverse team committed to equity and social justice.* *Comprehensive Benefits:* Competitive salary, medical/dental/vision insurance, retirement plans, employee wellness programs, and more.Join us and become part of a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional care while fostering a collaborative and inclusive workplace.Job Type: Full-timePay: $94,029.00 - $99,664.50 per yearBenefits:* Employee assistance program* Flexible spending account* Health savings account* Life insurance* Paid time off* Parental leave* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceLicense/Certification:* Registered Dental Hygienist (Preferred)* Dental License (Preferred)Ability to Commute:* Staten Island, NY 10301 (Required)Ability to Relocate:* Staten Island, NY 10301: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-01-03