Dental Hygienist - FullTime - Days
Company: Mohawk Valley Health System
Location: New Hartford
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Summary Mohawk Valley Health System is dedicated to
supporting our Physicians and Practitioners, enabling them to
provide excellence in healthcare to our communities. MVHS strives
to be the trusted healthcare system of choice through clinical
quality, excellence in service, education and compassionate care,
all while promoting wellness and operational efficiency. This is a
unique opportunity to join the Dental team in a teaching
organization. The Dental Hygienist will deliver a wide variety of
dental services by performing preventive and therapeutic treatment
procedures and by instructing individuals in oral self-care
techniques. Works under the supervision of a licensed dentist in
accordance with Article 133 of the Education Law. Position
Responsibilities - Under the general supervision of a licensed
dentist, performs services which may include: - removing calcareous
deposits, accretions and stains, including scaling and planing of
exposed root surfaces indicated for a complete prophylaxis; -
applying topical agents indicated for a complete dental
prophylaxis; - removing excess cement from surfaces of the teeth; -
providing patient education; - placing and exposing X-ray films; -
performing topical anticariogenic agent applications, including but
not limited to topical fluoride applications, and performing
topical anesthetic applications; - polishing teeth, including
existing restorations; - taking medical history including the
measuring and recording of vital signs; - charting caries and
periodontal conditions as an aid to diagnosis by the dentist; -
applying pit and fissure sealants; and - applying desensitizing
agents to the teeth. - Complies with applicable regulations,
policies and procedures. - May perform other duties under the
personal supervision of a licensed dentist. - Perform other duties
as required. Community Highlights - Low cost of Living - Excellent
Real Estate - Rural and Urban life within driving distance from the
hospital - Safe family-friendly communities - Access to the
Adirondack and Catskill mountains - Multi-cultural population -
Public and Private Schools - Quick access to NYC and Canada -
Revitalized Downtown - Newest Hospital in New York State
Education/Experience Requirements Required: - High school diploma -
Completion of an American Dental Association accredited dental
hygiene program. Licensure/Certification Requirements Required: -
Valid NYS Dental Hygienist license Disclaimer Qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to their
age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender
(including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or
disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a
background verification with an external vendor. Job Details Req Id
90388 Department Dental Shift Day Shift Hours Worked 8:45-5:00PM
FTE 1.0 Work Schedule Monday-Friday Employee Status FT Union N/A
Pay Range $28-50 per hour GP01
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