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Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation

Dental Health Aide Therapist Advanced

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A Dental Hygienist performs routine dental care, including cleaning teeth and examining patients for signs of oral diseases, and educates patients about good oral health practices. Assists dentists in more complex dental procedures. Works in dental offices under the supervision of dentists and other dental health specialists.

$87,959 / year median in Alaska

+29% projected growth

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Job Description

Position Description Dental Health Aide Therapist Advanced Department Emmonak Subregional Center Location Emmonak Employment Duration 80 Full time Apply Now Dental Health Aide Therapist Advanced Emmonak​, Alaska We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us! The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon. We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.
Position Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. They must have a current DHAT certification and current signed standing orders. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and other duties as assigned. Graduate from a Dental Health Aide Therapy training program 4 years working as a Dental Health Aide Therapist CHAP Dental Health Aide Therapist Certification, BLS. Work with potentially hazardous equipment and materials such as x-ray equipment, sterilizers, medicaments, sharp instruments and infectious waste. Basic knowledge of general dentistry, including disease prevention, dental health education, and basic restorative, preventive and surgical procedures Supervise dental assistants at chair side, may supervise EFDHA's with whom he/she is working
Benefits Include :
Generous PTO - beginning at 4.5 weeks Eleven paid holidays Comprehensive healthcare coverage Life and Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Account Retirement plans Employee Wellness Center C#
Additional Information:
ID:
18950
Location:
Emmonak Department:
Emmonak Subregional Center Employment Duration:
80 Full time
Temporary Status:
Not Applicable Hours per
Week:
40
Minimum Hourly Pay:
52.30
FLSA Status:
Exempt Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly. Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants. For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at YKHCRecruitment@YKHC.org or phone (907) 543-6060 and ask to speak with a recruiter. To view more positions available please visit YKHC Career Center (https://chu.tbe.taleo.net/chu01/ats/careers/v2/jobSearch?org=YKHC&cws=41) Back Share Apply Now