State of Nebraska·Lincoln, Nebraska
The Dental Hygienist will perform oral prophylaxis, conduct preliminary assessments, and assist dentists in restorative work. They will also provide oral health education and maintain dental records.
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Correctional Services - Agency 46
Location: Lincoln, NE
$27.673
JR2026-00027622 Dental Hygienist - Lincoln (Open)
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The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) employs nearly 2,300 team members operating institutions statewide, which house approximately 5,800 inmates.
The department's focus includes inmate programming and education, physical and behavioral health care, re-entry services, and community programs, and is accredited by the American Correctional Association (ACA).
Candidates will model the NDCS values of integrity, respect, compassion, growth, and excellence as we accomplish our mission, "Keep people safe." Information about the Department can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov.
For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at megan.jones@nebraska.gov.
Additional $3/hour facility differential for hours worked.
*Perform oral prophylaxis and coronal polishing; obtain radiographic exposures. *Apply topical subgingival agents; apply or administer antimicrobial rinses, fluorides, sealants or other recognized topical agents for the prevention of oral disease. *Conduct and assess preliminary charting, probing, screening examinations, and indexing of dental and periodontal disease, with referral, when appropriate, for a dental diagnosis by a licensed dentist. *Assist a dentist in restorative or surgical work by preparing instruments, mixing materials, and aspirating the patient's mouth. *May perform preliminary charting and screening examinations; oral health education, including workshops and in service training sessions on dental health; and all duties that a dental assistant who is not licensed is authorized to perform. *Obtain medical and dental histories of patients and maintains dental records for use by a dentist in diagnosing the patients' dental condition.
Possess Nebraska license as a Dental Hygienist.
Licensure and authorization requirements pursuant to Nebraska State Statutes 38-1130 and 38-1131.
Must have a valid driver's license for travel to various NDCS facilities. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the pre-employment medical exam and a drug test. Once employed, all incumbents must successfully complete the fully paid Nebraska Department of Correctional Services pre-service training program.
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Market context
Dental assistant roles in Nebraska are commonly tied to steady patient volume in general and specialty practices, with oral surgery settings often looking for candidates who can support fast-paced clinical workflows. This type of role is competitive when employers want BLS certification, prior oral surgery experience, and credentials such as DAANCE or a dental assistant license. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review details like dental, vision, PTO, HSA, and EAP coverage faster before applying.