Dental Hygienist

• Where people get better at life!
• Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.
• The Center for Disability Services offers hope, innovation and achievement to the people we support.
• For 80 years, we have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities.
• Many of the innovative programs and vital services that we offer are not available elsewhere.
• We are searching for a Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team!
• New Graduates are welcome to apply!
• The Center offers a rewarding work environment, competitive benefits and growth opportunities.
• This position is based in our Center Health Clinic, which is an integrated health care practice.
• We are known for our quality of care for individuals with disabilities, which is at the heart of our mission.
• Our Center Health Clinic offers expert dental care, primary care and specialty services to our community.

Responsibilities

Provides dental hygiene care to individuals, including dental scaling, polishing, sealants, fluoride treatment, education and radio-graphs. Ensures professional guidelines are met during dental care. Determines future recall appointments based on oral hygiene status. Presents x-ray and dental charting findings to dentist for treatment planning and appointments. Follows CDC Covid-19 Infection Control Guidelines.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene. Specialized training, license, certification, skills: License. At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices. Compensation Range: $49.00 - $51.00 For over 80 years, the Center for Disability Services has served as a trusted community leader, providing innovative programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities here in the Capital Region and North Country. We are committed to empowering individuals to lead full, independent lives, and have served over 12,000 people to date. At the Center, we firmly believe that no job is too small when it comes to making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. As a team, every employee plays an integral part in our mission to empower individuals and promote independence. Whether you're directly involved in patient care, coordinating programs, managing operations, or providing essential support, your contribution is vital to creating a brighter and more accessible world for those we serve. Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.