Dental Hygienist Job at Health Center Association of Nebraska, Omaha, NE

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  • Health Center Association of Nebraska
  • Omaha, NE

Job Description

Dental Hygienist – Make a Difference in a Vibrant Nebraska Community!

Are you a compassionate, mission-driven Dental Hygienist looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can truly make an impact?

The Health Center Association of Nebraska (HCAN) is actively recruiting a Dental Hygienist to join a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Omaha, Nebraska, where you will provide high-quality, patient-centered dental care for all. Utilizing an integrated care approach, our providers work collaboratively to address all aspects of patients’ health and believe that exceptional, compassionate care should be accessible and affordable for all. Medical, dental, behavioral health, and outreach services are coordinated to ensure well-rounded, comprehensive care.

Why Join Us?

  • Mission-Driven Work – Be part of an organization that prioritizes accessible, affordable healthcare for all
  • Work-Life Balance – Enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule and generous PTO
  • Loan Repayment – Potential to qualify for student loan repayment programs
  • Competitive Compensation – Market-leading salary starting at $80k (compensation DOE), retention bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package
  • Supportive Team – Work with experienced providers, dedicated support staff, and an integrated care team committed to providing quality, comprehensive healthcare in a manner that acknowledges the dignity of the individual, the strength of the family, and the supportive network of the community

Your Role:

  • Assist the Dentist in delivering appropriate direct dental care
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
  • Educate patients on proper home care to achieve and maintain oral health
  • Perform routine treatment procedures such as prophylactic cleaning, scaling and root planing, coronal polishing, taking radiographs, application of sealants and fluoride treatments, and other related procedures
  • Perform patient triage and initiate patient care as appropriate for walk-in patients

What We Are Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene or an associate’s degree in dental hygiene
  • Active license as a dental hygienist in the state of Nebraska
  • Knowledge of public health principles and practices
  • Demonstrated professional commitment to providing services to medically under-served individuals in a public health setting
  • Minimum one year of experience preferred

Location Perks:

  • Live and work in a community where history meets innovation and is a unique blend of big-city amenities and small-town charm
  • Minutes from downtown Omaha, Midtown, and Blackstone, offering an easy commute whether you live in the city or in a nearby suburb
  • Thriving arts, culture, and food scene from the world-class Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium to the newly opened Kiewit Luminarium and the lively Old Market District
  • Access to extensive parks system, biking trails, golf courses, and close proximity to several rivers
  • Sports lovers will enjoy the College World Series, Creighton Bluejays and UNO Mavericks sports, Union Omaha (pro soccer), Omaha Lancers (junior hockey), Omaha Storm Chasers (minor league baseball), and two pro women’s volleyball teams, Omaha Supernovas and LOVB Omaha
  • Excellent schools and so much more!

Ready To Make A Difference?

If you are a mission-driven Dental Hygienist looking for a fulfilling career in public health where you will impact lives while enjoying work-life balance, we want to hear from you!

Apply today or contact Becca Usher at bmu@hcanenbraska.org / 402.657.4076 for more information and a confidential conversation.

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