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Job Description

Job Description

Description :

The health services that became the Anthony L Jordan Health Corporation (Jordan Health) began more than 100 years ago, in 1904. As one of the first 5 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) established in the nation, its roots are steeped in service to those who face barriers to health and health care, meeting their need for comprehensive medical, dentistry, behavioral health, and community services. Starting in northeast Rochester, NY, Jordan Health has since expanded to become a network of primary care offices and health centers serving residents living in three quadrants of Rochester, NY and in Canandaigua, N.Y.

Jordan Health is now seeking Dental Hygienist who, u nder the direction of the Dental Director, will provide oral prophylaxis to patients.

If you welcome the opportunity to apply your specialized experience in an environment where you can support staff whose mission is to make a difference and significantly impact our patients’ quality of life, please consider our Dental Hygienist opportunity.

Requirements :

The Dental Hygienist :

• Checks patient’s medical records and heeds precautions as indicated.
• Examines new patient’s mouth and reports any abnormality to doctor before proceeding with oral prophylaxis, followed by X-rays that may be required.
• Takes and process X-rays.
• Provides patients with topical fluoride treatments and application of sealants.
• Provides patient with dental health education on an individual basis
• Assumes responsibility for the cleanliness and care for dental hygiene operatory, darkroom and instruments take morning inventory of supplies, and orders and restocks as needed.
• Instructs groups such as schools or churches on dental health education.
• Charts conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist.
• Maintains client confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Effectively uses technology and office resource tools to accomplish job.
• Reliable attendance in order to be present to maintain effective relationships and keep up with position responsibilities.

Required Qualifications :

Benefits : Jordan Health offers a competitive salary and full benefits.

About Jordan Health :

Jordan Health is an independent FQHC, with Level III Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) designation through the National Committee on Quality Assurance. Jordan Health receives funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Jordan Health is a network of outpatient primary care offices with providers who follow a panel of patients. While independent, Jordan Health actively collaborates with the major hospital and healthcare systems in our operating area to provide a total safety net of healthcare.