Dental Assistant Jobs 2026 (Now Hiring) – Smart Auto Apply

• Location: Ossining, NY
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Hourly Rate: $50 – $60 per hour

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive hourly rate of $50 – $60 per hour.
• Work Schedule:
  • This is a full-time position
  • Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Days: 5 days per week
  • Overtime: Not required
  • Holiday Work: As required by facility operations
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in an institutional healthcare setting, enhancing your skills in a structured and secure environment.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to a mission-driven organization by providing essential dental services and improving the oral health of an underserved patient population.

• Education: Graduate from an accredited Dental Hygiene program.
• Required: Current license and registration to practice Dental Hygiene in New York State.
• Preferred: Prior experience in institutional, public health, or correctional settings.
• Other Requirements: Successful completion of a security background check.
• Skills:
  • Strong clinical dental hygiene skills.
  • Knowledge of infection control and sterilization procedures.
  • Ability to work effectively in a secure environment.
  • Professional communication and documentation skills.
  • Attention to detail and adherence to protocols.
  •  Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

• Job responsibilities:
  • Perform dental prophylaxis, scaling, and root planning as appropriate.
  • Conduct oral health assessments and document findings.
  • Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care.
  • Assist dentists during examinations and procedures when required.
  • Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with facility policies.
  • Ensure infection control standards and sterilization protocols are followed.
  • Comply with all Department of Corrections and facility security procedures.
  • Maintain professional conduct in a correctional environment.
• Physical Examination Responsibilities:
  • Perform intraoral examinations and periodontal charting.
  • Take and review dental radiographs as permitted.
  • Identify oral health issues requiring dentist evaluation.
  • Monitor patient response to hygiene treatments.
• Medical Oversight Responsibilities:
  • Work under the supervision of licensed dental professionals.
  • Adhere to the New York State dental hygiene scope of practice.
  • Report clinical concerns and abnormal findings promptly.
  • Support continuity of care within the dental services program.

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