Dental Hygienist

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Pearl Harbor, HI

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This Dental Hygienist position is located at the Naval Health Clinic in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. It is a direct-hire federal position. A cost-of-living allowance of 8.64% has been authorized for Hawaii, subject to change, and salary negotiation may be available to candidates new to federal service.

The Dental Hygienist conducts dental examinations and provides preventive and therapeutic care. Work includes advanced prophylaxis, periodontal treatment, patient education, dental recordkeeping, and routine radiograph interpretation. Local anesthesia may be administered by infiltration when authorized and credentialed, under the direct supervision of a Dental Officer.

The position requires current state, territory, or District of Columbia dental hygienist licensure, radiology credentials as applicable, at least one year of qualifying experience, and current Basic Life Support certification. Employment is contingent on applicable suitability, security, drug-testing, and immunization requirements. A one-year probationary period applies. The federal government offers a benefits package; specific benefits depend on position eligibility.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must hold a current license to practice as a dental hygienist in a U.S. state or territory, or the District of Columbia.
• Must meet applicable radiology credentialing requirements for administering radiologic procedures.
• Must have at least one year of qualifying experience performing advanced prophylactic dental procedures, completing oral examinations, and performing or interpreting routine x-rays to identify tooth structures, calculus, or abnormalities such as cavities and deep periodontal pockets.
• Qualification must be based on experience; education cannot substitute for experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Must be able to fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
• Must obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment; a background investigation and credit check are required.
• Must consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption; immunization screening is required, and Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact.
• Must consent to pre-employment screening and random drug testing, including random drug urinalysis.
• May be required to undergo a pre-employment physical examination.
• Must complete a one-year probationary period and provide direct deposit of pay.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Complete preliminary dental examinations using knowledge of dental and oral anatomy, physiology, histology, radiology, and nutrition, and maintain dental records.
• Perform advanced dental prophylaxis.
• Provide therapeutic care for acute gingivitis and periodontal disease affecting natural teeth, dental implants, and the periodontium, using hand scaling instruments and ultrasound equipment.
• Administer local anesthesia by infiltration when authorized and credentialed, with proper licensing and under the direct supervision of a Dental Officer.
• Perform deep scaling, root planing, and subgingival curettage under local anesthesia.
• Take intraoral impressions to prepare study models.
• Maintain patient treatment records, documenting oral conditions, progress, and therapy notes.
• Provide postoperative care, oral hygiene instructions, and education about daily oral home care; administer professional fluoride treatment.
• Interpret routine x-rays to identify tooth structures, calculus, and abnormalities.

Benefits

• A federal employee benefits package is available to eligible employees and their families; specific eligibility depends on position type.
• A Hawaii cost-of-living allowance of 8.64% has been authorized, subject to change.
• Salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to federal service.
• Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed