Dental Hygienist-Perdiem
Listed compensation
$55.05/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Per Diem · on_site
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- No weekends
Job Description
Employment Type
Part time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
Perdiem
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30-5
101 Union Ave.
Syracuse, New York
Position Summary
Dental Hygienist will conduct initial patient examinations, prophylaxis, dental x-rays, polishing, fluoride treatment, advising patients on oral health and preventative care, paperless documentation of patient's medical history, vitals, and progress notes. The Dental Hygienist will also be responsible for the decontamination and sterilization of dental instruments as well as the decontamination of their treatment rooms. Our Dental Hygienist work collaboratively with our dental residents providing closely coordinated, interdependent, patient centered oral health care services. Policies and protocols of St. Joseph’s Hospital Health Center and primary care center are followed by all team members.
Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure
- Graduate of an accredited school of dental hygiene.
- Licensed with current registration to practice in New York State.
- Minimum of one year experience as a hygienist in a general dental practice or health care agency is preferred.
Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.
Special Equipment, Skills or Other Requirements
Good communication skills. Excellent technical skills. Must be able to make independent and interdependent decisions. Must be able to handle emergency situations. Good time management skills.
Work Environment and Hazards
Office/Clinical setting. Exposure class I.
Physical Demands
Medium work: requires standing, walking, sitting, and lifting.
Work Contact Group
All services, staff, physicians, patients, visitors, vendors, contractors, and various regulatory and professional agency staff.
Supervised By
Dental Managers
Mission Statement
·We, St Joseph’s Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.
Vision
·To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.
Core Values
·In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.
Perdiem Rate: $55.05
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Key Responsibilities
The Dental Hygienist conducts patient examinations, performs dental procedures such as x-rays and cleanings, and provides oral health education. They are also responsible for maintaining sterile treatment environments and collaborating with dental residents to provide patient-centered care.
Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited dental hygiene school and hold a current license to practice in New York State. A minimum of one year of experience in a general dental practice or healthcare agency is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist-Perdiem at Trinity Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Dental Hygiene — ranked against 1,654 active Dental Hygiene listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Dental Hygiene Career Context
Of the 50 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% have no call, 82% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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