Dental Hygienist

This position is located at the white earth Service Unit, Ogema , Minnesota, Area Indian Health Service. [http://service.scope/]

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\n $70 - $80 an hour

Position Summary

• Akicita Federal is seeking a dedicated and licensed Dental Hygienist to support oral health initiatives at the white earth Service Unit, Ogema , Minnesota, Area Indian Health Service. [http://service.scope/] This role is essential in providing preventative dental care, patient education, and clinical services as part of a collaborative healthcare team serving the Native American community. Key Responsibilities:
• Perform dental cleanings, scaling, root planning, and polishing of teeth
• Conduct oral health assessments and document findings in Electronic Dental Records (EDR)
• Take, develop, and interpret digital dental radiographs (X-rays)
• Apply fluoride treatments, sealants, and desensitizing agents as needed
• Educate patients (children and adults) on proper oral hygiene, dietary guidance, and tobacco cessation
• Monitor and report signs of oral disease to the supervising dentist
• Maintain infection control standards and sterilize instruments between patients
• Participate in outreach and school-based preventive care initiatives as needed
• Assist in maintaining dental supply inventory and equipment
• Support quality improvement initiatives and clinical record audits

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program Current and unrestricted license to practice as a Dental Hygienist in any U.S. state or territory Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (must be current and valid)
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical dental hygiene experience preferred (IHS or tribal health experience is a plus)
• Familiarity with Electronic Dental Record systems (e.g., Dentrix, RPMS)
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations