Dental Hygienist - DN008
About The Position
The Dental Hygienist provides comprehensive dental hygiene services to Native American and Alaska Native patients and other vulnerable populations. At NARA NW, you'll find a supportive and inclusive work environment where every member of our team is valued and respected. Whether you're passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there's a place for you to make a positive impact. NARA NW provides essential services and support to Native American and Alaska Native people, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives. As an organization rooted in cultural heritage and community values, we offer a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a direct positive impact in the lives of others. We have over 400 employees in a wide range of programs and services, including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and cultural enrichment programs, there are endless opportunities to grow and thrive in your career while making a difference in the lives of others.
Requirements
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate and valid license to practice dental hygiene issued by the State of Oregon.
- Oregon dental hygiene license must include, or can obtain, a local anesthesia permit; current Healthcare Provider CPR certification or the ability to obtain the certification.
- Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
- Must pass criminal background and DMV checks.
Nice To Haves
- Two years’ experience as a registered dental hygienist preferred.
- Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide 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.
- Take and expose dental x-rays.
- Remove calculus and plaque (hard and soft deposits) from all surfaces of the teeth
- Apply preventive materials to the teeth (e.g., sealants, fluoride, silver diamine fluoride)
- Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
- Perform documentation and office management activities as assigned.
- Administer topical and local anesthesia.
- Provide clinical services for mentally ill and/or drug affected/recovering patients.
Benefits
- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
- 15 Paid Holidays
- 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
- 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
- $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Spending Account
- 401(k) with 4% Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
