Dental Hygienist

Montana State University; Virginia (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Montana State University Dental is seeking a Dental Hygienist to provide exceptional patient care and oral health education to MSU college students. Located within the Student Wellness Center, this role offers a collaborative work environment and a competitive benefits package. The ideal candidate will hold an Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene and a current Montana license.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Continuing education stipend

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Experience as a dental hygienist necessary.
• Recent professional experience required.
• Experience with young adults preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient screening procedures and assess oral health conditions.
• Conduct dental radiographs and clean teeth by removing calculus and plaque.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and nutritional counseling.

Skills

Excellent communication

Patient interaction

Initiative

Education

Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene

Current license to practice as a Dental Hygienist in Montana

Current BLS certification

Current certification to administer local anesthetic

Job description

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MSU Dental is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join our dedicated team! The ideal candidate will provide exceptional patient care and oral health education exclusively to MSU college students. Our office is located within the new Student Wellness Center which integrates dental, medical, pharmacy, counseling, campus recreation and basic needs.

Position Number

Position Number 4N1179

Department

Division

Division Division of Student Success

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Classified

Contract Term

Contract Term Fiscal Year

Semester

If other, specify From date

If other, specify End date

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Affiliation

Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining

FTE

FTE Up to 1.0 FTE with potential reduced hours in the summer (.5 or .6 FTE)

Benefits Eligible

Salary Starting at $40.00 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.

Contract Type

Contract Type Classified Hourly

If other, please specify

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type Open

General Statement

Duties and Responsibilities

• Patient screening procedures; such as assessment of oral health conditions, review of the health history, oral cancer screening, head and neck inspection, dental charting and taking blood pressure and pulse.
• Taking and processing dental radiographs (x-rays).
• Removing calculus and plaque (hard and soft deposits) from all surfaces of the teeth.
• Applying preventive materials to the teeth (e.g., sealants and fluorides).
• Practicing aseptic technique according to CDC guidelines in dental healthcare settings including but not limited to:
  • Preventing occupational transmission of bloodborne pathogens.
  • Proper use of hand hygiene, protective equipment, and disposable barriers.
  • Sterilization and disinfection of patient-care items.
  • Dental unit waterlines, biofilms, water quality, handpieces, and other items that connect to air/waterlines.
• Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling).
• Counseling patients about good nutrition and its impact on oral health.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited educational institution, or a combination of education and/or applicable experience.
• Current license to practice as a Dental Hygienist in Montana.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current certification to administer local anesthetic.
• Recent professional experience as a dental hygienist.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Experience working as a dental hygienist with young adults and adolescents.

The Successful Candidate Will

• The ability to develop a working knowledge of Student Health Services organization and services, the basic rules governing visitors and patient treatments, and standard procedures, clinical records, and clinical terminology of the unit.
• The ability to establish professional and supportive clinical relationships with patients.
• The ability to consistently exercise initiative and good judgment.
• Excellent communication and patient interaction skills. The ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers in a team-oriented environment.
• The ability to represent Student Health Services and its programs to others in a professional and courteous manner.
• Excellent communication and patient interaction skills.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This position is available up to full-time (1.0 FTE ) during the academic year with potential reduced hours (0.5 or 0.6 FTE ) in the summer.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, retirement plan, paid holidays, continuing education and uniform stipend, paid time off and more! For more information on the benefits package:
BenefitsFY25Overview.docx or visithttps://www.montana.edu/hr/benefits-payroll/
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Demands

Exposure to blood-borne pathogens (employees are provided with training and equipment that complies with OSHA requirements for a dental health care setting).

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

This position has supervisory duties?

This position has supervisory duties? No

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Applications will be:

Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled.

Special Instructions

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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