Dental Hygienist – Full Time

Trinity Health

. Conduct initial patient examinations .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeSyracuse • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $42 - $56 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient examinations, dental hygiene procedures, and effective communication while adhering to health center protocols. Capable of making independent decisions and managing emergency situations in a collaborative healthcare environment.

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Licensed Dental HygienistPatient ExaminationDental X-RaysProphylaxis TreatmentPaperless Documentation

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Hard Skills

Dental Hygiene ProceduresFluoride TreatmentSterilization of InstrumentsOral Health AdvisingMedical History Documentation

Soft Skills

Good Communication SkillsTime Management SkillsDecision-Making Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed to Practice in New York State

Industry Keywords

Patient-Centered CareContinuing EducationHealth Center PoliciesEmergency Situations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct initial patient examinations
Perform prophylaxis, dental x-rays, polishing, and fluoride treatment
Advise patients on oral health and preventative care
Complete paperless documentation of patients' medical history, vitals, and progress notes
Decontaminate and sterilize dental instruments
Decontaminate treatment rooms
Work collaboratively with dental residents to provide coordinated, interdependent, patient-centered oral health care services
Follow St. Joseph’s Hospital Health Center and primary care center policies and protocols
Participate in orientation and continuing education
Report to Dental Managers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate of an accredited school of dental hygiene
Licensed with current registration to practice in New York State
Minimum of one year experience as a hygienist in a general dental practice or health care agency is preferred
Good communication skills
Excellent technical skills
Must be able to make independent and interdependent decisions
Must be able to handle emergency situations
Good time management skills
Medium work: requires standing, walking, sitting, and lifting

Benefits

Comp & perks

$5,000 Sign On Bonus
Participates in orientation and continuing education
Equal Opportunity Employer