Dental Hygienist (0.8 FTE) E11

About the role

The Michigan Department of Corrections is seeking a Dental Hygienist to provide dental prophylaxis and related oral hygiene to prisoners at assigned Correctional Facilities and other dental clinics. This is a test-designated position (DART) with direct contact with prisoners for more than 50% of work time.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental prophylaxis including calculus removal and related oral hygiene to prisoners at assigned Correctional Facility and other dental clinics as assigned.
• Aid in the operation of the dental clinic including chair-side assisting of dentists.

Requirements

• Licensure as a registered dental hygienist by the Michigan Board of Dentistry.
• Two years of experience as a dental hygienist.

Qualifications

• Possession of an associate's degree in dental hygiene.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills.

Benefits

• Health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Retirement programs including 401(k) and 457 plans.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• Parental leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Annual longevity bonuses.
• Military pay differential.
• Tuition reduction for education and training.

Pay

Salary range: $45,000 - $55,000 annually.

Schedule

This position is 100% within the secure perimeter of a Correctional Facility.

Additional Information

Required documents: Cover letter, resume, and official college transcript.

Contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy for reasonable accommodations.