Dental Care Specialist - Sun River Health : Job Details

Join Our Team at Sun River Health!

Sun River Health is dedicated to providing comprehensive primary, preventive, and behavioral health services to all, especially those underserved and vulnerable. As a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center, we serve communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia, and Westchester County. We are currently looking for a full-time Dental Care Specialist to enhance our team.

About the Role:

As a Dental Care Specialist, you will play a vital role in promoting oral health by delivering exceptional dental hygiene services to both adult and pediatric patients. Under the guidance of our dentists, your mission will include:

• Performing thorough dental cleanings to remove plaque, stains, and deposits.
• Administering dental prophylaxes, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants.
• Conducting periodontal charting to assist in creating personalized treatment plans.
• Taking and exposing X-ray films at the request of the supervising dentist.
• Providing patient education on oral hygiene, tobacco cessation, and nutritional guidance.
• Ensuring compliance with New York State dental regulations and performing tasks delegated by licensed dentists.
• Delivering HeadStart and ABCD visual oral health screenings.

What We're Looking For:

You will need:

• An Associate's Degree in Dental Hygiene.
• A valid New York State license to practice as a dental hygienist.
• CPR Certification.
• A valid NYS driver's license.
• Knowledge of bilingual communication in English and Spanish is preferred.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $87,760.40 - $93,020.20 annually (pro-rated based on hours). This is an opportunity to become part of a mission-driven organization committed to improving community health.

Our Mission:

At Sun River Health, our mission is to increase access to comprehensive primary and preventive health care and improve the health status of the communities we serve.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual preference, or non-disqualifying disability.

Join Us:

Be a part of a committed team making a difference! Apply now and help us in our effort to enhance the health of our community.

Office Location: Sun River Health, Brooklyn, NY.