Dental Hygienist (Full-Time)
Company: Hudson Headwaters Health Network
Location: Warrensburg
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description HHHN Mission To provide the best
health care, and access to that care, for everyone in our
communities. HHHN Vision To pioneer an innovative, sustainable and
community-focused health system through comprehensive primary care
and diverse partnerships Proposed Schedule: 24-40 hours per week.
Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm. Shifts available for part-time and
full-time status. Position Summary The Dental Hygienist will
perform dental measures designed to preserve teeth and prevent the
spread of oral disease. Participates in quality assurance and chart
audits and protects patient confidentiality. To perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily: Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Takes
and assesses medical history Cleans plaque, calcareous deposits,
accretions and stains, including scaling and planing of exposed
root surfaces, from teeth and beneath margins of gum Polishes
teeth, including existing restorations Feels lymph nodes under
patient’s chin to detect swelling or tenderness that could indicate
presence of oral cancer Feels and visibly examines gums for sores
and signs of disease Examines gums to identify recessed gums and
signs of gingivitis or periodontal disease Applies fluorides and
other cavity preventing agents to arrest dental decay Charts
conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by
dentist Exposes x-ray Removes excess cement from coronal surfaces
of teeth Provides clinical services and oral health education to
improve and maintain oral health of patients Reviews nutrition with
patients and/or parents of children Performs caries risk assessment
Apply topical anesthetic when indicated for complete dental
prophylaxis Qualifications: The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skill and ability to perform the
essential functions: Associate degree from an accredited school for
hygiene Current NYS Dental Hygiene License with 2 years clinical
experience Current CPR or BLS Certification The pay rate for this
position is $46.82/hour.
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