Dental Hygienist

We are seeking a highly skilled Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team at the Interior Community Health Center. As a key member of our dental team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care and education in the prevention and treatment of oral disease.

• Provide direct patient care through prophylaxis, fluoride treatment, sealants, patient education, and perio scaling and root planing.
• Assess patient medical history and clinical evidence of periodontal health.
• Take and process dental x-rays and deliver local anesthesia as requested by and under supervision of a dentist.
• Apply fluorides and other medications as necessary and accurately record treatment in electronic health records.
• Recognize and respond to emergencies and attend meetings.
• Comply with dental office and corporation policy and procedures consistently in all aspects of employment.

• Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene school; Bachelor's Degree with a major in Dental Hygiene preferred.
• State of Alaska Dental Hygiene License required; State of Alaska Restorative Function Endorsement preferred; State of Alaska Anesthesia License preferred.
• Current certification in BLS.
• Two - five years experience required; experience serving a diverse patient population across the lifespan required.

• Experience with DENTRIX preferred.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and compassionate individual who is passionate about providing high-quality patient care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.