Dentistry - Outpatient Center - 18441689

White Earth Service Unit•Ogema, MN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

DT-Trak Consulting is seeking licensed Dental Hygienists for a one-year federal contract with the White Earth Service Unit of the Indian Health Service in northern Minnesota. You will provide preventive dental hygiene services to American Indian patients of all ages across three clinic locations, working under the general supervision of staff dentists. Patient volume is 8–10 patients per 8-hour shift. All dental equipment and supplies are government-furnished.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygienist program in the United States
Active, unrestricted dental hygienist license in any U.S. state
Current BLS certification
Continuing education documentation
Current U.S. citizen or meeting applicable federal requirements
Must pass federal background check (fingerprinting required within 7 days of award)
Negative TB screening within the past 365 days; IHS immunization policy compliance
Proficiency with computers and electronic medical records; Dentrix experience a plus

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Native American patients
Experience serving patients of all ages including pediatric and geriatric
Prior work at the White Earth Service Unit

Responsibilities

Provide routine dental cleanings for children, adults, and elderly patients
Plan, coordinate, and evaluate preventive oral health programs for diverse patient groups
Administer local anesthesia under direct dentist supervision
Perform root planing, sealant application, and caries prevention treatments
Record medical/dental histories and develop patient treatment plans
Document all services in EHR (Dentrix) and maintain HIPAA compliance
Educate patients on home care therapy and diet as it relates to oral health