Travel Dental Hygienist

Requirements

• Valid dental hygiene license in North Dakota
  
• Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program
  
• Proficiency in using dental software systems such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, Epic, or other similar systems
  
• Knowledge of medical coding for dental procedures is a plus
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients and team members
  
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate patient records
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  

• Perform dental hygiene procedures, including cleaning, scaling, and polishing teeth
  
• Take and develop dental x-rays
  
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and provide personalized recommendations
  
• Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide as needed
  
• Assist the dentist during procedures and maintain a sterile working environment
  
• Document patient treatment plans, progress, and notes in dental software systems such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, Epic, or other similar systems
  
• Follow infection control protocols and maintain a safe and clean dental office environment
  

Benefits

• Dental insurance
  
• Flexible schedule
  
• Health insurance
  
• Paid time off
  
• Relocation assistance
  
• Vision insurance
  

ABOUT THE FACILITY

Opened in October 2011, this state-of-the-art health care facility has long been promoted by the Three Affiliated Tribes as fulfillment of promises made during the flooding of Garrison Dam in the 1950s. It s a Tribally owned Ambulatory Care clinic with on-site services such as Lab, Pharmacy, Radiology, Women s Health, Pediatric Care, Behavioral Health, and Optometry. Four field clinics located in Twin Buttes, Mandaree, Parshall, and White Shield. Each field clinic has a provider, nurse, pharmacy tech, and support staff. Other associated clinics include Dental and Diabetes Programs.

Primary Care HPSA Score: 19

Dental Care HPSA Score: 19

Mental Health HPSA Score: 16

Nurse Corps HPSA Score: 19