Mobile Clinic Dental Hygienist - Summers Off

Delta Dental Of Idaho•Twin Falls, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Delta Dental of Idaho is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join their Community Outreach “Grins on the Go” mobile clinic program. This role is crucial in improving the oral health of Idahoans by increasing access to quality oral healthcare, particularly for elementary and middle school-aged children. The program provides preventive and urgently needed dental care. The Dental Hygienist will deliver oral health care treatment and education services within the permissible duties of an Idaho dental hygienist with an extended access license. A unique aspect of this position is that it follows the regular school calendar, offering 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

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.