NaphCare is seeking a Dental Hygienist - Full Time Days to join our team at the Arizona Department of Corrections - Yuma located in San Luis, AZ. Come learn correctional healthcare as you use our cutting-edge resources, including our award-winning electronic operating system.

NaphCare partners with correctional facilities to provide proactive, patient-focused healthcare. We recognize that we serve a unique and diverse patient population, and our onsite teams take pride in bringing excellence in care to a population in great need. Be part of a world-class team of professionals who are revolutionizing correctional healthcare.

Position Description:

• Current Certification from an accredited Hygiene Program
• Dental radiology certification and anesthesia certification are required
• Current CPR Certification
• Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
• Sterilize dental instruments properly
• Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
• Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
• Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
• Educate patients on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
• Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
• Take X-rays or dental impressions
• Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer)
• Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping protected health information (PHI) confidential.
• Use all functions and applications of TechCare™ relevant to document dental hygiene services within the patient record.
• Maintain dental supply inventory by regularly checking the stock to determine appropriate inventory levels.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 100% vested 401K and Roth with company contribution
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• On-site education
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays

With NaphCare, you'll play a critical role in our continuing mission to be the leading provider of quality healthcare in the correctional industry. If you want a career that will make a difference, choose the company that is different.

We know you may have questions before applying. To speak to a recruiter directly, email your questions or resume to talent.acquisition@naphcare.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran