- This employee is responsible for performing advanced prophylactic and preventative dental procedures in the treatment of patients with a variety or oral health issues.
- Administer local anesthesia under the direct supervision of the dentist.
- Record medical and dental histories, review patient dietary habits, administer caries prevention agents, desensitizes root surfaces, root planning, sealant application, take and pour impressions, instruct patients in home care therapy along with proper diet, and management of the hygiene schedule
- Plan, coordinate and conduct community based dental prevention programs.
- Develop and present oral health lectures, demonstrations and visual displays to targeted populations.
- Provides in-service training to staff; develop procedural instructions for clinic staff in the delivery of oral health care to patients. Uses the AAP grading and staging system.
- Proctor dental hygiene students from local dental hygiene programs.
- Regularly attends clinic and dental staff meetings to make improvements in the oral hygiene program.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Applicants must be currently licensed to practice as a dental hygienist and be licensed to administer local anesthetic in any state or territory of the United States and be in "good standing".
- Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Knowledge of or willingness to learn Dentrix and additional dental software applications.
- Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable.
- Must successfully pass drug and alcohol testing, motor vehicle, education, character, and criminal background checks.
- Able and willing to travel.
- One or more years' experience working with Native Americans or Native American organizations.
- One or more years' experience as a professional dental hygienist in any state or US territory and in "good standing".
- Knowledge and understanding of Public Law 93-638: Indian Self Determination Act.
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Dental Hygienist - Omaha, United States - Ponca Tribe of Nebraska
Description
Job Description
Job DescriptionPosition:
Dental Hygienist
Division:
Ponca Health Services
Department:
Dental Services
Reports To:
Supervisory Dentist
Location:
Omaha
Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Exempt/Non-Exempt
OSHA
High Risk
Pay Grade:
Grade 13 ($68,136.20 $99,315.15)
Classification:
Full-time/Part-time
Summary:
The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is a federally recognized Tribe with its ancestral homeland located in Niobrara, NE. The Tribe does not have a reservation in the classic definition; rather, the Ponca Restoration Act defined its jurisdiction as a 'Service Delivery Area' comprised of 15 counties throughout parts of Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota. Within its Service Delivery Area, the Tribe offers a broad range of health, social, educational, and cultural services.
This position is under the direct supervision of the Supervisory Dentist. This position requires professional knowledge in the field of dental hygiene and aspects of the clinic dental program.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
Relationships and Authority:
The employee has supervision over dental hygiene students.
Working Environment and Physical Demands:
This position is located within an outpatient dental clinical setting. Employee will work throughout the dental area, sitting, standing, bending and lifting boxes of dental supplies weighing 50lbs or less. Work is subject to emotionally upset patients, family member, personnel and visitors.
Qualifications:
Minimum:
Preferred:
Preference will be given to Ponca Tribe of Nebraska members or members of a federally recognized tribe. However, all qualified individuals are eligible.
The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is an at-will employer.
Tribal Council Approval: 03/05/2024
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