Dental Hygienist

Open Door Healthcare Network provides health care and wellness programs to individuals and families in need throughout Westchester, Putnam and Ulster Counties. A pioneer Federally Qualified Health Center, Open Door provides more than 300,000 patient visits annually and serves nearly 60,000 individual patients who might not otherwise have access. Open Door offers integrated services and a holistic approach to building healthier communities. Primary medical care, dental care, integrated behavioral health care, clinical nutrition, wellness programs, and chronic disease management are the foundation of its clinical programs.

Founded as a free clinic in 1972, Open Door’s mission of building healthier communities through accessible, equitable, culturally competent health care has led to site and service expansions. Today, Open Door operates centers in Brewster, Mamaroneck, Mount Kisco, Ossining, Port Chester, and Sleepy Hollow, in addition to eight School-Based Health Centers in the Port Chester and Ossining School Districts, a mobile dental van in Ossining, and a dental practice in Saugerties, NY.  For more information, please visit our website at www.opendoormedical.org.

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Hygienist with 1 to 3 years of hands on clinical experience to join our team, Spanish Bilingual highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform dental hygiene services and procedures, including dental prophylaxis, scaling, fluoride and sealants, and root planning
• Removing soft and hard deposits and extrinsic stains from teeth using hand instruments, Piezo ultrasonic scaler inserts and prophy handpieces.
• Take X-rays 
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and the importance of maintaining good dental health.
• Document patient care and treatment plans accurately in the electronic health record system
• Collaborate with dentists to provide comprehensive care, including pediatric dentistry when necessary.
• Review documentation for accuracy and completeness before submitting for medical coding.
• Maintain accurate up to date patient records in compliance with FQHC and regulatory standards
• Participate in community outreach and dental health education initiatives to promote preventive care and empower patients to make informed oral health decisions
• Adhere to organizational protocols, including Open Door policies and procedures
• Maintain a high level of organization and time management in a fast-paced clinical environment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in Dental Hygiene from an approved school of dental hygiene.
• Registered dental hygienist in New York State
• Maintains continuing education credits in accordance with New York State Regulations
• Minimum of one to three years’ experience as a dental hygienist
• Thorough knowledge and practice of quality dental hygienist practices

There are many fantastic benefits to a career at Open Door Healthcare Network. In addition to working to effect positive change in the health and lives of thousands residents of Westchester and Putnam counties, Open Door offers its employees a stimulating, diverse and team-based work environment with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) and 401(k), generous paid time off, onsite Wellness facilities, and educational assistance. Aside from excellent benefits, we offer a competitive salary and annual bonuses based on patient care.

At Open Door, we enjoy working in a team-based, patient-centered environment and value the benefits of a diversified workplace that values our patients and the communities we serve.  If you want to make a difference in the lives of thousands of patients in the health of our communities of Westchester and Putnam counties, and if the position speaks to your capabilities, experience and commitment to improve the health of our communities, please complete the application, upload your resume and cover letter with salary requirements. Qualified candidates will be contacted by phone and/or email.

Open Door is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

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