Dental Hygienist - Kokomo

Indiana Health Centers, Inc. (IHC)

IHC is a mission‑driven organization providing high‑quality, affordable healthcare to underserved and uninsured populations since 1977. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, IHC specializes in integrated care, offering primary medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare services throughout Indiana. We operate ten healthcare centers, eight WIC nutrition program locations, a Mobile Health Unit, and in‑house pharmacy services at select sites.

The Dental Hygienist plays a crucial role in achieving IHC’s mission of client satisfaction, quality care, and productivity. This position involves providing high‑quality dental care, educating patients on preventive care techniques, and working with dentists to develop treatment plans and diagnose oral diseases.

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Monday - 7:30 a.m.

- 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday - 7:30 a.m.

- 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday - 7:30 a.m.

- 5:00 p.m.

Thursday - 7:30 a.m.

- 7:00 p.m.

Friday - 7:30 a.m.

- 4:00 p.m.

Saturday (every other) - 8:00 a.m.

- 1:00 p.m.

• Retention bonus paid after one year of employment
• Day 1 insurance benefits eligibility
• Employer‑paid group life, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverages, and HSA employer contributions
• 403(b) retirement plan matching at one year of employment
• Generous paid time off and floating holidays
• Flexible leave of absence programs
• Personify Health wellness program with paid incentives for participation
• Employee Assistance Programs with 24/7 access to therapy consultation services
• Annual reimbursement for position‑specific CMEs
• Student loan repayment eligibility

• Perform routine treatment procedures such as cleaning, polishing, application of sealants and fluorides.
• Take and develop dental x‑rays.
• Develop treatment plans with the dentist’s input and provide patient education as needed.
• Assist dentist in performing special tests, procedures, and complex treatments.
• Make impressions of patients’ teeth for study casts.

• Complete dental charting.
• Document lab procedures and ensure follow‑up on results.
• Assist in preparing dental treatment rooms for the next patient, including sterilizing instruments and equipment.

• Keep current on the latest techniques and tools of dental hygiene.
• Complete all requirements to maintain an access practice agreement with an IHC dentist.
• Mentor and teach expanded function dental assistants, especially on new or emerging techniques.

• Gather, organize, and analyze information and data.
• Perform initial problem‑solving; draw evidence‑based conclusions.
• Accurately perform mathematical calculations.
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to interact with a wide variety of patients, including children.
• Work well in a team environment and as part of a team.
• Demonstrate positive customer service skills.
• Perform a full range of established dental hygienist protocol and procedures.
• Independently assess the nature and extent of dental, periodontal, and associated conditions and pathology in patients.
• Demonstrate understanding of patient screening, charting, and medical history procedures and documentation.
• Demonstrate knowledge of basic dental surgery and associated procedures, terminology, and techniques.
• Demonstrate knowledge of specialized terminology related to dental documentation and electronic medical records systems.
• Demonstrate ability to set up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with regulations and guidelines.
• Demonstrate mastery of the administrative practices, policies, and regulations related to dental records, primarily HIPAA.
• Recommend changes to existing clinic procedures based on new or emerging dental hygiene procedures or practices.
• Handle multiple requests and deadlines.
• Take initiative and require little supervision.
• Perform and coach others on standard work relating to quality and compliance.
• Recognize and suggest alternate methods or processes that may need improvement.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.

• Degree in Dental Hygiene.
• Current Dental Hygiene license in the state of Indiana.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.