Dental Hygienist

Veterans Health Administration

Grand Island (NE)

On-site

USD 56,000 - 97,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Dental Hygienist to provide direct patient care under the general supervision of a dentist in Grand Island, Nebraska. The role includes clinical and clerical duties, infection control, patient education, and scheduling support.

The position follows a Monday–Friday schedule (7:30am–4:00pm). It is a federal, in-person role with no telework option. Salary ranges from $56,374 to $97,340 per year, with standard federal benefits.

Qualifications

Must be licensed as a dental hygienist per applicable state requirements.
Education credentials must be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for federal employment.

Responsibilities

Set up operatory for planned dental procedures and maintain timely turnover.
Perform dental prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance.
Assist in infection control procedures and chart patient records.
Schedule patients and manage the dental recall system; refer to dentist when needed.

Skills

Infection control

Dental prophylaxis

Patient education

Education

Dental Hygienist license

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Dental Hygienist provides direct patient care under the general supervision of the dentist and performs other clinical and clerical functions independently of direct supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Function or scope of assigned duties: Sets up operatory for planned dental procedure and cleans dental unit for timely turnover. Handles instruments safely, accurately, and efficiently. Perform dental prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance procedures. Manages dental recall system, referring patients to the doctor for additional care when needed. Accomplishes all procedures within standard infection control protocols.

Conducts hand and neck examinations and complete intraoral inspection of the hard and soft tissue and seeks consultation with dentist on abnormal findings. Makes impression for fluoride carrier trays. Prepares and provides individual and group oral health care instruction to inpatients, outpatients and caregivers. Dental imaging safety techniques are utilized, and retakes are minimized. Demonstrates proper infection control procedures in setting up and cleaning up operatory.

Instruments are properly prepared for sterilization by SPS standards. Demonstrates proper infection control procedures in exposing images. Assists patients in scheduling appointments. Assists in filling openings in the schedule due to late cancellations and failed appointments. Chart findings, treatment plans, and treatment provided in patient records. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Requirements & Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.

For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $56374 – $97340/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-13.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.