ABOUT US

All Care Health Center’s mission is to provide affordable, comprehensive, high quality health care to the entire community. We will strengthen access to quality-integrated healthcare, by removing barriers for those with the greatest need, and developing community relationships, to enhance the future of our community’s well-being.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance;
Generous time off including:
- Paid Time off (PTO) and Personal days
- Continuing education allowance
- 10 paid holidays, including your birthday!
Employer paid Life Insurance and Long Term Disability;
Eligibility for student loan forgiveness;
401(k) match up to 4%, and more!

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Dental Hygienist is a member of the dental team whose primary responsibility is to provide preventive periodontal treatment, patient education, and assist the dentist(s).

SCHEDULE & PAY

This is a full time, 0.85 FTE (34 clinical hours) position.

The salary range for this position is $80,000-$90,000/year, dependent on education level and experience, plus an additional $10,000 sign-on bonus.

DUTIES

Takes and record blood pressure, temperature, and pulse. Complete and/or update medical and dental history.
Responsible for evaluating patient’s teeth and gums, and recording the presence of disease, abnormalities, or existing restorations; calling dentist, when appropriate, for immediate consultation.
Makes decisions in collaboration with dentist regarding the plan of care.
Takes and mount x-rays.
Instructs patients in oral hygiene technique, answer patient questions and provide other educational information relevant to oral hygiene.
Administers prophylactic treatment by the scaling and polishing of teeth.
Uses rotary and ultrasonic instruments to clean teeth.
Applies topical anesthetic and local anesthetic if permitted by state practice laws.
Administers fluoride treatment as needed.
Removes sutures and periodontal dressings.
Responsible for providing patient dental education
Takes impression for night-guards and mouth-guards.
Provides associated administrative support, including maintaining patient documentation, patient communication and other record keeping.
Prepares operatories for patient treatment.
Sterilizes instruments.

QUALIFICATIONS

Have and maintain in good standing a Dental Hygienist license by the State of Iowa.
Local Anesthetic Permit issued by the State of Iowa.
Current BLS/CPR certification

At All Care Health Center, we are committed to providing an environment of equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable law.

This employer participates in E-Verify, a federal program that confirms employment eligibility for all new hires. Upon accepting a job offer, you will be required to complete a Form I-9 to verify your identity and employment authorization to work in the United States.

If you need assistance or an accommodation in applying for this or other job postings, please contact the HR department at (712) 325-1990.

All Care Health Center jobs

Dental Hygienist- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus