Dental Hygienist

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Absolute Staffers

Dental Hygienist

Allenwood, PA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Summary: #IND

    Absolute Staffers LLC is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Dental Hygienist to join our healthcare team at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Allenwood in Allenwood, PA. This is an excellent opportunity for medical professionals seeking a stable schedule and the chance to serve a unique population in a federal facility setting. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, professional, and committed to providing high-quality care

    Primary Responsibilities

    • Provide dental health education; dental prophylaxis and topical fluoride application, dental screening examination, subgingival scaling and preparation of AIC patients for periodontal surgery; root planning; soft tissue curettage; dental charting; prescribed treatment of localized alveolar osteitis and pericoronitis; preparing, placing, and removing periodontal packs; placing temporary fillings; polishing amalgam and composite restoration; application of pit and fissure sealants; placing and removing rubber dams, and removing sutures.
    • Complete medical record entries, ensuring entries are legible and in the Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan (SOAP) format. Information provided shall be dated, timed, complete, signed, authenticated and legible.
    • Counsel AICs, either singularly or in groups, concerning their dental/hygiene care and the expected results of hygiene care.
    • Provide in-service training to medical staff on hygiene diets, types of food groups, and quantities for each diet to maintain proper dental hygiene.

    Qualifications:

    • Must have passed written national boards and clinical regional boards and is required to be certified/licensed as a Dental Hygienist in the State of Pennsylvania
    • Current CPR certification from the American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA).

    Experience Requirements

    • Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a dental hygienist.
    • Experience in medical settings involving adult patients, preferably within correctional facilities, hospitals, or clinics

    Work Schedule & Benefits

    • Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.
    • Paid Time Off: Up to 80 hours annually.
    • Sick Leave: Up to 56 hours annually.
    • Holidays: Twelve (12) paid federal holidays per year.

    Why Work with Us?

    At Absolute Staffers LLC , we connect qualified healthcare professionals with meaningful roles in federal and government healthcare settings. We provide end-to-end support, competitive pay, and a seamless onboarding experience to help you transition successfully into your assignment.