Dental Hygienist

The American Dental Hygienists' Association; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a prominent healthcare system, providing essential dental care to Veterans. This role offers the opportunity to utilize your dental hygiene expertise while ensuring the highest standards of patient care. You will be responsible for performing advanced clinical techniques, managing infection control, and educating patients about dental health. With a structured work schedule and a commitment to excellence, this position is ideal for passionate professionals looking to make a difference in the lives of those who served our country. Embrace this rewarding opportunity to contribute to community health and wellness.

Benefits

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives

Flexible Work Options

Qualifications

• Must possess an Associate degree from an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Current licensure as a dental hygienist in the US is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced clinical techniques under supervision.
• Manage dental imaging, infection control, and sterilization procedures.
• Assist with dental procedures and provide patient care.

Skills

Dental Hygiene

Patient Education

Radiography

Infection Control

Customer Service

Education

Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene

Job description

Summary

The Oklahoma City VA Healthcare System is currently recruiting three Dental Hygienists to provide care to our Veterans as part of Dental Service.

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

Basic Requirements:

1. Citizenship: Be a Citizen of the United States. Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens.
2. Education: Possess an Associate degree or higher from an accredited dental hygiene program. The degree must have been obtained from an institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved programs include: (1) Dental hygiene programs accredited by CODA; (2) Education completed outside the US considered equivalent to US programs and enabling the candidate to sit for the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination.
3. Licensure/Certification: Must be currently licensed to practice as a dental hygienist with a full, unrestricted license in the US or its territories.
4. Certification: For radiologic procedures, must meet credentialing standards in 42 C.F.R. Part 75 and be certified as a radiographer. Exceptions apply for non-certified applicants meeting eligibility requirements for licensure, who may be appointed temporarily and must work under supervision.
5. Loss of Credential: Management will remove dental hygienists who fail to maintain licensure/certification, possibly leading to termination.
6. Grandfathering Provision: May qualify if covered by VA qualification standards for current VHA employees.
7. Grade Determinations: For GS-09, at least one year of experience at the GS-8 level demonstrating clinical competencies, along with knowledge, skills, and abilities related to hygiene procedures, radiography, patient education, and assessment.

Physical Requirements: Light carrying (<15 lbs), reaching, handling, walking/standing 8-10 hours, bending, visual acuity, color distinction, and hearing.

Duties

• Perform advanced clinical techniques under general supervision, including supervising students and providing education.
• Customer service, patient care, and assisting with dental procedures and instruments.
• Manage dental imaging, infection control, and sterilization procedures.
• Clerical and information management tasks, including scheduling, charting, and maintaining confidentiality.
• Monitor patient condition and modify care as needed, ensuring safety and effective communication.
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Flexible options may be available. Telework is not available.
• Additional Details: Position number 54408A. Relocation/Recruitment incentives are authorized. PCS not authorized.