Dental Hygienist; CS

Position Title: Dental Hygienist (CS26-097)

Location: Alton, IL

Apply Before: 00979

FLSA: Non-Exempt

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Dental Hygienist (CS26-097). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands‑on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

• Work as a high‑caliber dental hygienist performing conventional dental hygienist duties and participating in an educational program for dental students.

• Current/valid licensure as a Dental Hygienist in the State of Illinois.
• Current/valid CPR Certification.

• Advanced knowledge of dental hygiene, infection control procedures, blood borne pathogens, dental assisting, dental terminology, instruments, and treatment procedures.
• Ability to organize and perform tasks independently.
• Ability to follow proper purchasing and inventory control procedures of the University and the School of Dental Medicine.
• This position requires the knowledge and ability to train dental students, residents, and assistants in proper dental assisting and infection control methods. Requires knowledge of inventory control and sterilization methods.
• Familiarity with the legal and ethical obligations related to patient care.
• Must be skilled in verbal, written, and interpersonal communications which are critical in addressing patient, faculty, and student concerns in an effective and diplomatic manner.
• Requires a person with self‑motivation who can work effectively without direct supervision.
• Must have excellent computer skills and the ability to become an expert clinical information system user.
• The person employed in this position must be licensed as a Dental Hygienist in the State of Illinois and have current CPR certification prior to date of employment.

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Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out‑of‑state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver’s License or state of Illinois . Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 2150 – SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran’s DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB
22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.

Pre‑Employment Screening: External candidates receiving a job offer must undergo pre‑employment screening, including a criminal background check. For safety‑sensitive positions, a drug screen will also be required.

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