Dental Hygienist

Community Action Partnerships of Western Nebraska (CAPWN) is a non-profit community-based health and human services organization that serves low-income, disadvantaged and those unable to meet their needs through other sources.  The agency was established in 1965 and provides services to over 9,000 individuals, children and families in three main areas:

• Community Health Services: WIC, Commodity Supplemental Food, Foster Grandparents, Migrant Seasonal Head Start, and Child Development Center.
• Clinical Health Services: Primary Care, Reproductive Health, Diabetes Management, Immunizations, Migrant Health, Ryan White HIV; Behavioral Health including Counseling Services, Medication Management, Medication Assisted Treatment and Substance Use Counseling and Intensive Outpatient Services and Dental Services.  
• Supportive Health Services: Family Stabilization, a Teen Outreach Program, SOAR, Youth Leadership Program, Youth Shelter and Housing Assistance Programs. 

OUR PROMISE:  Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live.  We care about the entire community and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.   

VISION

Communities where everyone has an opportunity for a successful life.

MISSION

The Mission Statement of the Community Action Partnership of Western Nebraska is to provide quality services and promote learning opportunities to improve nurture the health and well-being of Western Nebraska communities.

KEY BELIEFS

• Integrity—We treat all people with dignity and respect.
• Compassion—We believe working compassionately with people enriches all.
• Inclusion—We are inclusive and advocate for diversity.
• Collaboration—We believe working in partnerships strengthens communities; we seek mutually beneficial partnerships that advance a common mission.
• Innovation—We embrace opportunities to learn, grow and make wise choices.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE:

● Health ● Dental ● Vision ● Health Savings Account (HSA) ● Flex Plan ● 401k ● Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance ● Ten Paid Holidays ● PTO ● Extended Illness (EIB) ● Employee Assistance Program ● Aflac ● Community Discounts ● Potential for Incentive Pay ●

Dental Hygienist or Dental Hygienist Expanded Scope

Job Title: Dental Hygienist Or Dental Hygienist Expanded Scope

Reports to: Dental Office Manager

Areas of Responsibility: Perform traditional dental hygiene services to all age groups as defined by State of Nebraska Rules and Regulations regarding scope of practice for practicing dental hygiene; identify and make referrals to clinic dentists for evaluation and treatment as indicated.  Provide community screenings and other preventative measures.

Major Duties:

1. Performs dental hygiene services, such as scaling, root planning, polishing, applying fluoride treatment and sealants, remove plaque and stains from teeth and beneath gums.
2. Examine lymph nodes, gums and sores for signs of disease.
3. Exposes, develops and appropriately uploads digital radiographs.
4. Administers local anesthetic as directed by the dentist.
5. Notes, charts and reports conditions of possible decay and disease to the dentist.
6. Keeps records and makes reports regarding dental care.
7. Provide patient education to improve oral health within standard procedure to people of varied backgrounds, toddlers to the elderly and diverse cultures.
8. Provide community dental screenings and other preventative measures.
9. Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of the health center’s mission in performing all aspects of this position.
10. Follows established policies and procedures for safety, infection and exposure control.  
11. Attend training as required.
12. Maintain current Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation certification (CPR).
13. As a CAPWN team member, dedicate your energy to providing high quality, value-added customer service and care to our clients. Embrace the CAPWN Code of Conduct, practicing integrity, strong communication and respect for leaders and peers.  Engage with the team and commit to improving and nurturing the health and well-being of the Western Nebraska Communities we serve.  
14. Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Dental Clinic environment, training, meetings, and community interaction.
• Well-lit, temperature-controlled clinical setting, with standard medical and office equipment available.
• Work is frequently stressful and requires meeting tight deadlines.
• Work in a highly volatile program in a state of change with many interruptions and interactions.
• The noise level in the work environment is above average.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, squat, walk and pull drawers.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate office and medical equipment.
• Must regularly talk, hear and have close vision ability to record and communicate appropriate documents and records.
• Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications Hygienist:

Grade:  24  

1. AA in Dental Hygiene from accredited college.
2. Eligible to practice dental hygiene in the state of Nebraska
3. Willing to work in a group practice setting at a public health dental clinic.
4. Demonstrate ability to provide quality clinical care.
5. Ability to communicate effectively and concisely both oral and written.

Grade: 25   

1. Meet the minimum qualifications above;
2. Three years’ experience.

Grade: 26   

1. Meet the minimum qualifications above;
2. Six years’ experience