Dental Hygienist

This position is located at the white earth Service Unit, Ogema , Minnesota, Area Indian Health Service.

$70 - $80 an hour

Akicita Federal is seeking a dedicated and licensed Dental Hygienist to support oral health initiatives at the white earth Service Unit, Ogema , Minnesota, Area Indian Health Service. This role is essential in providing preventative dental care, patient education, and clinical services as part of a collaborative healthcare team serving the Native American community.

• Perform dental cleanings, scaling, root planning, and polishing of teeth
• Conduct oral health assessments and document findings in Electronic Dental Records (EDR)
• Take, develop, and interpret digital dental radiographs (X-rays)
• Apply fluoride treatments, sealants, and desensitizing agents as needed
• Educate patients (children and adults) on proper oral hygiene, dietary guidance, and tobacco cessation
• Monitor and report signs of oral disease to the supervising dentist
• Maintain infection control standards and sterilize instruments between patients
• Participate in outreach and school-based preventive care initiatives as needed
• Assist in maintaining dental supply inventory and equipment
• Support quality improvement initiatives and clinical record audits

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program
• Current and unrestricted license to practice as a Dental Hygienist in any U.S. state or territory
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (must be current and valid)
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical dental hygiene experience preferred (IHS or tribal health experience is a plus)
• Familiarity with Electronic Dental Record systems (e.g., Dentrix, RPMS)
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations
• Ability to pass a federal background check and drug screening

• Paid Federal Holidays (11 per year)
• Paid Sick Leave and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan