Dental Hygienist - NCCIW 60064516

Adult Correction; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction seeks a Dental Hygienist (S) at NCCIW in Raleigh to deliver dental hygiene services within a correctional setting. The role entails screening, prophylaxis, and patient education under the supervision of a dentist, contributing to preventive oral health for the inmate population.

The position is full-time (40 hours/week) with state benefits, and it offers a competitive salary range plus opportunities for professional collaboration with dental

Qualifications

• Documented experience in the application of the techniques and practices of dental hygiene.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, and to interpret and maintain records.
• Ability to work with other professionals and support personnel in the performance of duties typical of the dental hygienist and assisting with other duties which may be of a lesser complexity.

Responsibilities

• Screen offenders and refer to dentist if special professional care is indicated.
• Apply topical fluorides and perform dental prophylaxis in the prevention of dental disease.
• Record findings and maintain records on dental status and services rendered to offenders.
• Assist the dentist in planning and carrying out dental health programs; or may function as a dental hygienist consultant/analyst.

Skills

Dental hygiene

Record keeping

Oral health education

Job description

Agency Adult Correction Division COO - Operations Job Classification Title Dental Hygienist (S) Position Number 60064516 Grade MH15

About Us The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

The Dental Hygienist position is located at North Carolina Correctional Institution for Women (NCCIW) in Raleigh, North Carolina.

This position provides dental hygiene services at correctional facilities. The primary purpose of this position is to screen, perform prophylaxis, instruct oral hygiene measures and perform other procedures permitted by law for the general care of the oral cavity. This position in combination with the dentist and dental assistant comprises the dental staff which is responsible for the delivery of general and preventative dentistry to the institution population. This is technical dental work in examining, cleaning, and instructing on the general care of the teeth.

The Dental Hygienist may perform the following duties under the general supervision of a licensed dentist: Examines offenders and makes referrals to dentist if special professional care is indicated, applies topical fluorides and performs dental prophylaxis in the prevention of dental disease, records findings and maintains records on dental status and services rendered to offenders on the proper care of teeth and recommends measures for the prevention of dental disease, assists the dentist in planning and carrying out dental health programs; or may function in a role as a dental hygienist consultant/analyst.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences

This is a REPOST. Previous applicants do not need to reapply. Salary Range: $61,177 - $91,767. Hiring Range: $64,000 - $77,514. Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/Management Preferences are not required.

Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented experience in the application of the techniques and practices of dental hygiene.
• Documented ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, and to interpret and maintain records and reports.
• Ability to tactfully handle the public and to exercise good judgment in appraising situations and making decisions.
• Ability to work with other professional and support personnel in the performance of duties typical of the dental hygienist and assisting with other duties which may be of a lesser complexity.

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 PM The Night Before The End Date.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.

Note to Current State Employees: State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.

Compensation and Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

Supplemental Contact Information

NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. For more information about the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections (NCDAC), please visit us at our website. CDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. For more information about the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections (NCDAC), please visit us at our website.

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

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All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.