Pay Rate:

$2,300.00

•$2,500.00 gross per week

Number of Positions:

1

Specialty:

Dentistry Start Date:

Oct start date

Assignment Length:

13 weeks+

EMR:

Dentrix Schedule:

4x10s each week

•37.5 hours are guaranteed

•Tues-Fri schedule

Key Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive preventive dental hygiene services, including periodontal assessments and treatment. Perform cleanings, sealants, fluoride treatments, periodontal care, and other preventive services. Educate patients on preventive oral health, treatment plans, periodontal care, and proper oral hygiene. Obtain and maintain accurate medical/dental histories, treatment records, and clinical documentation. Maintain treatment recall systems and support continuity of patient care. Identify advanced periodontal conditions and coordinate referrals to dentists, specialists, and other providers as needed. Administer oral health medications and preventive treatments in accordance with clinical guidelines. Collaborate with dentists and the broader multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide coordinated, patient-centered care. Support community outreach and oral health education, including programs for children and local communities. Assist with quality assurance, audits, infection control, OSHA/HIPAA compliance, and Dental Clinic policies. Provide accurate coding, billing, and insurance/pre-authorization support as needed. Provide oversight and guidance to ancillary staff performing hygiene-related duties. Support the Dental Director with clinic operations and day-to-day dental department needs. Maintain professional licensure and participate in continuing education. Travel ~ x2 a week by a small plane to village communities to provide dental hygiene services based on community needs and scheduling.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum 2 Years of Dental Hygiene Experience Preferred

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Graduate of a dental hygiene program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Dental Association, resulting in a Certificate, Associate, or Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene

LICENSURE REQUIREMENT

Must hold an unrestricted license to practice dental hygiene in the State of Alaska

ABOUT THE FACILTY

Founded in 1966, this facility is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation serving the Alaska Native people of the Koniag Region, which includes the City of Kodiak and six outlying villages: Akhiok, Karluk, Larsen Bay, Old Harbor, Ouzinkie, and Port Lions. Governed by a 10-member Board of Directors, KANA provides a wide range of healthcare and social services to promote the health and wellness of rural Alaskan communities.

DC Benefits:

(NurseStar Covers 50% of your monthly benefit cost) Dental Insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Travel reimbursement Vision insurance