Job Description
Job Description
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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.