Dental Hygienist - Polkton, North Carolina

Cell Staff; Polkton (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

401k Plan

Weekly Pay

Travel Stipends

Job summary

Cell Staff is seeking a licensed Dental Hygienist for full-time work at correctional facilities across North Carolina. The role offers 8- or 12-hour shifts, with some weekends required and a contract position that is flexible with shift availability.

You will perform prophylaxis, scaling, fluoride treatments, and other preventative procedures, while conducting inmate oral assessments and recording findings. Radiographs, periodontal therapy, and patient education are key parts of daily duties.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Current license as a Dental Hygienist in the state of practice, in good standing.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant Dental Hygienist experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, fluoride treatments.
• Conduct comprehensive oral assessments and document findings.
• Administer periodontal therapy and maintenance procedures.
• Capture dental radiographs and interpret images for diagnosis.
• Provide individualized oral hygiene instruction and counseling.
• Assist with dental emergencies within the facility.

Skills

Licensed Dental Hygienist

Patient care

Clinical skills

Education

Accredited dental hygiene program

Job description

Are you a licensed Dental Hygienist looking for a FRESH START? If so, we can help YOU! Cell Staff is a nationwide healthcare staffing company that has partnered with Correctional Facilities across your state to help them find AMAZING Dental Hygienists. We're looking for you to become a valued member of the healthcare team at our client’s facility!

Dental Hygienist Details

• Full Time Schedules
• Some weekends may be required
• 8 or 12 hour shifts available depending on the facility
• Contract Position (flexible with shift availability is a plus)

Dental Hygienist Duties

• Perform dental prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, fluoride treatments, and other preventative dental procedures
• Conduct comprehensive oral assessments to evaluate the inmates’ oral health status, dental conditions, and record findings in inmate charts
• Administer periodontal therapy, including subgingival scaling, root debridement, and periodontal maintenance procedures, to treat and manage periodontal disease.
• Capture dental radiographs as needed, ensuring proper positioning and exposure settings, and interpret images to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Provide individualized oral hygiene instructions to inmates, emphasizing proper burshing and flossing techniques, nutritional counseling, and strategies for maintaining oral health.
• Assist with dental emergencies within the facility

Dental Hygienist Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited educational institution
• Licensed as a Dental Hygienist by the State in which the position is located. The license MUST be in good standing
• 1+ year of relevant Dental Hygienist experience

Cell Staff Core Values

• Create a team environment with a family spirit
• Build Open and honest relationships
• Embrace and drive change
• Show humility and accountability
• Be passionate and relentless

Dental Hygienist Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Competitive Pay Packages
• WEEKLY PAY
• Travel Stipends are available for qualified candidates

Cell Staff is here to offer you something FRESH. We understand you have many options but there really is no one like us and we encourage you to find out why!

We can’t wait to show you how good "GOOD" can be!