Dental Hygienist

Southcentral Foundation (SCF); Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dental Hygienist to join their team in Anchorage. In this role, you will conduct dental hygiene examinations and treatments for customer-owners, while also playing a vital role in enhancing their understanding of preventative oral hygiene. The ideal candidate will hold a valid Dental Hygienist license in Alaska and possess certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Nitrous Oxide. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the health and wellness of the Native Community, ensuring that they receive top-notch dental care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Dental Hygienist in Alaska.
• Current Local Anesthetic Agent Certificate required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct dental hygiene examinations and treatments.
• Assist in educating customer-owners on preventative oral hygiene.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Nitrous Oxide

Education

Dental Hygienist License

Job description

Gottlieb Building
4441 Diplomacy Dr
Anchorage, AK 99508, USA

The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) Dental Hygienist is responsible for conducting dental hygiene examinations and treatments on customer-owners and assisting in improving their knowledge of preventative oral hygiene.

Qualifications:

SCF programs primarily serve Alaska Native people affiliated with Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI), and Alaska Native and American Indian people within SCF’s geographical service area. Employees should understand the cultures and needs of this population. This knowledge is critical to achieving SCF’s vision of a Native Community that enjoys physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness, and its mission of working together with the Native Community to achieve wellness through health and related services:

• Licensed as a Dental Hygienist in the State of Alaska.
• Current Dental Hygienist license for intermittent positions or Commissioned Corps.
• Current Local Anesthetic Agent Certificate issued by the Alaska Board of Dental Examiners OR obtain within 18 months of hire.
• Current Nitrous Oxide Certificate issued by the Alaska Board of Dental Examiners OR obtain within 18 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. Additional certifications (ACLS, NRP, ATLS, ALSO, PALS) may be required for specialty roles.

Native Preference: Under P.L. 93-638, as amended, SCF pursues a policy of Native preference in hiring, contracting, and training. SCF Human Resources must receive certification before applicants receive preference.

Employee Health Requirements: Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of employment. You must agree to comply with all job-related health screenings and immunizations prior to your first day. Jobs designated as Health Care Personnel (HCP) require documentation of immunizations such as MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap, and COVID-19 vaccination.

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Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Motivations

Education

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• BCU Approval
• ICPA Approval

Preferred

• Nitrous Oxide

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