Clinical Dental Hygienist

The School of Preventive and Therapeutic Sciences (SPaTS) at the University of Alaska Anchorage is one of the largest divisions within the College of Health and encompasses the following programs:
Dental Hygiene, Physical Therapist Assistant, Dietetics & Nutrition, and Speech Language Pathology.

SPaTS also operates a dental clinic that offers opportunities for students, staff, and community members to receive limited dental care.

The Dental program prepares students to become Dental Hygienists. Students graduate as competent and ethical professionals with the knowledge and skills for entry into high demand careers in the healthcare industry. The Dental program contributes to the College of Health’s mission to advance the health and well being of people and communities.

The College of Health has a commitment to innovation and flexibility, ensuring high quality education and training for all who have the ability and interest to pursue an education or profession.

To be successful in this role you should have substantial experience working as a Registered Dental Hygienist. You must be able to examine patients and x-rays, have knowledge of current charting procedures, and possess the ability to monitor the student hygienist's work. You must have the necessary skills to perform the work of a dental hygienist and be able to work under the Dental Hygiene Faculty guidelines.

Good interpersonal communication skills are required to deal with patients, faculty, staff, and students, and you must be able to work within established clinic times.

• RDH, State of Alaska licensure, current CPR training, and current local anesthesia permit.

• Must be a registered dental hygienist in the State of Alaska.

This position is located on the UAA campus in Anchorage. It is a temporary, part-time, non‑exempt staff position. New hires will be placed on the UA Temporary Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 79, based on education and experience.

This is a pooled position and applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer.

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• To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaging in university business.