Overview

We are seeking a Dental Hygienist at Maxwell AFB, AL for a full-time, in-person role supporting the 42nd Medical Group. This Registered Dental Hygienist position combines preventive and therapeutic dental care, patient education, and periodontal support.

Care is provided under the indirect or general supervision of a dentist. The dentist diagnoses conditions, authorizes procedures, evaluates performance, and provides clinical feedback. Indirect supervision requires the dentist to be physically available in the facility; under general supervision, the dentist remains available for consultation by phone.

Schedule

Work Monday through Friday. The schedule consists of nine hours between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., including a one-hour lunch break.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate each patient and develop a dental hygiene diagnosis and treatment plan in collaboration with the dentist and patient. Examine the mouth, throat, and pharynx; document dental and surrounding tissue conditions and refer abnormalities to the dentist.
• Provide adult prophylaxis, supra- and subgingival scaling, polishing, topical fluoride, pit and fissure sealants, periodontal scaling and root planing, and periodontal maintenance.
• Deliver individual and group oral health counseling, including tobacco cessation counseling. Support population health strategies through preventive treatment and education.
• Provide specialized treatment, including local chemotherapeutic agents, pain and anxiety control, assessment of response to therapy, long-term supportive care, and management of medical emergencies.
• Insert and remove temporary fillings, crowns, and bridges; irrigate and pack dry sockets. Smooth and polish restorations and clean and polish removable dental appliances.
• Assist in surgically related procedures, including suture removal, periodontal pack placement, bleeding control by direct pressure, gingival curettage, tissue retraction, and patient instructions after deep curettage. Assist the periodontist with periodontal patients.
• Maintain treatment records according to clinic procedures, review records before appointments, and participate in team huddles.
• Compile preventive dentistry participation statistics and reports, and assess or validate Oral Preventive Assistant competencies as needed.
• Participate in ongoing peer review and at least annual performance review, which may include record review, direct observation, and assessment of clinical knowledge and skills.

Qualifications

Required

• An associate or bachelor’s degree, depending on the program, and successful completion of an American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation-accredited dental hygiene program.
• At least 12 months of full-time experience in a dental clinic within the past 36 months.
• A current, full, active, unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Dental Hygienist.
• Certification in radiography.
• Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
• Ability to pass a government background check/security clearance.

Apply

To learn more, contact Audrey Williams at Frontera Search Partners: awilliams@fronterasearch.com. You can also choose a time on Audrey's calendar to discuss the role.