Dental Hygienist

Summary

Come join a company that strives for Extraordinary People and Exceptional Performance! Chenega Government Mission Solutions, LLC, a Chenega Professional Services’ company, is looking for a Dental Hygienist in support of The Lawton Indian Hospital. Our company offers employees the opportunity to join a team where there is a robust employee benefits program, management engagement, quality leadership, an atmosphere of teamwork, recognition for performance, and promotion opportunities. We actively strive to channel our highly engaged employee’s knowledge, critical thinking, innovative solutions for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient education and instruction to patients, parents and guardians including but not limited to information on dental disease processes and the principles of oral health disease prevention and instructions on proper methods of oral health care that are appropriate to the patient’s age and needs.
• Provide periodontal and preventative services appropriate to the age and needs of the patient including but not limited to: Root planning Curettage Periodontal charting and other diagnostic procedures including radiographs Coronal polishing Sealant placement Fluoride varnish Oral Health Education Administer local anesthetic under the supervision of a staff dentist Responsible for sharpening and maintenance of instruments and equipment used in patient treatment.
• Responsible for maintenance and cleaning of the dental unit at the end of each work day.
• Restocking of supplies used in the operatory at the end of each work day.
• Process digital radiographs and shall assist with performing oral examinations on recall patients if time and workload permit.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Completion of a course of study in dental hygiene accredited by the American Dental Association as evidenced by a degree or certification.
• A valid current and unrestricted license to practice dental hygiene in a State of the United States of America.
• This is a full-time, Monday-Friday; 7:00am-4:00pm position.
• Partial days may be scheduled, with pro-rated payment, by special arrangement with the Chief, Dental Services.
• This is subject to change to accommodate Lawton Indian Hospital schedule.
• No Federal holidays are required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

May be required to work after hours and weekend clinic to meet the needs of the communities we serve. Shall maintain standards of personal hygiene and grooming such that his/her image as a physician is compatible with the expectations of the on-site supervisor. Shall be required to develop familiarity and abide by current policies, procedures, by-laws, and regulation of the on-site clinical and medical staff. Excellent written and oral communication skills Shall possess sufficient initiative, interpersonal relationship skills and social sensitivity such that he/she can relate constructively to patients of the Native American/Alaska Native communities.

Estimated Salary/Wage

USD $47.09/Hr. Up to USD $55.00/Hr.