Mobile Clinic Dental Hygienist - Take Every Summer and School Break Off

Delta Dental Of Idaho•Twin Falls, ID

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Delta Dental of Idaho is dedicated to enhancing the health of Idahoans by expanding access to quality oral healthcare. The organization invests over $2 million annually in initiatives supporting students, adults, and communities through cavity prevention, essential dental care access, hydration and wellness efforts, and dental education investments. The Dental Hygienist will provide oral health care treatment and education services as a team member for Delta Dental’s Community Outreach “Grins on the Go” mobile clinic program. This role operates within the permissible duties of an Idaho dental hygienist with an extended access license, as established by the Idaho State Board of Dentistry. The “Grins on the Go” program delivers preventive and urgently needed dental care to thousands of elementary and middle school-aged children each year. This position follows the regular school calendar, allowing for summers, school breaks, and holidays off.

Requirements

Minimum of three years of dental hygiene experience
Associate degree or higher in dental hygiene
Idaho RDH license with extended access endorsement and current CPR certification
Effective communication skills
Conflict resolution skills
Ability to recognize and understand diversity and the uniqueness of people from a wide variety of backgrounds
Adaptability and flexibility in working with others to effectively reach team goals

Nice To Haves

Spanish language skills preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Provide quality oral health care and education to Mobile Dental Clinic participants.
Select oral treatment materials and products.
Implement Clinic Exposure Controls.
In conjunction with the supervising Dentist, uphold Mobile Dental Clinic procedures and protocol.
Assist with set-up and tear-down of Mobile Dental Clinics.
Demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s vision, mission, values, code of ethics, and compliance/security standards.
Other duties as assigned.