Dental Hygienist
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Info

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Department:

ASOD Geriatrics Special Care-434400

Career Area:

Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)

Is this an internal only recruitment?:

No

Posting Open Date :

12/17/2024

Application Deadline:

01/17/2025

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title:

Dental Hygienist - Advanced

Salary Grade Equivalent:

GN12

Working Title:

Dental Hygienist

Position Number:

20068586

Vacancy ID:

P019969

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited:

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week:

40

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday

Work Location:

CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

$73,258- $85,000

Pay Band Information:

To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Division of Craniofacial and Surgical Care provides a diverse approach to treatment for patients with craniofacial or oral and maxillofacial conditions, including those with multiple or complex oral health problems. The Henson Geriatric and Special Care Clinic provides specialized treatment for patients with closed head injury, epilepsy, rheumatoid arthritis, Alzheimer's disease, and more. The Henson Geriatric and Special Care Clinic delivers general dental services in the care of these patients and provides education for oral health personnel in the management and treatment of elderly and/or medically, physically or developmentally compromised patients.

Position Summary:

A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $3,000 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT FOR THIS POSITION PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF HIRE.
$1,500 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE AND
$1,500 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE

The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Division of Craniofacial and Surgical Care provides a diverse approach to treatment for patients with craniofacial or oral and maxillofacial conditions, including those with multiple or complex medical problems. The Special Care & Geriatric clinic provides specialized treatment for medically, physically or developmentally delayed individuals and the frail or elderly.

The mission of the UNC Henson Special Care & Geriatric clinic is to broaden understanding and enhance the health professional's ability to analyze and act upon environmental factors that influence health and the provision of dental and medical services. The ever-changing and broad scope of these factors defines the research, teaching and service endeavors and mandates the multi-disciplinary nature of the departmental faculty and staff. Our clinical, education, research and service activities take place both at the University and UNC Hospitals and are embedded within the surrounding and global community in various locations such as the VA, Health Departments, and AHEC locations.

The Dental Hygienist is a primary care oral health professional, licensed in dental hygiene to provide education, assessment, research, administrative, diagnostic, preventive and therapeutic services that support overall health through the promotion of optimal oral health. The Dental Hygienist will support the Department of Special Care & Geriatrics and UNC Health. Dental hygienists work in partnership with all members of the care team. Dentists and dental hygienists practice together as colleagues, each offering professional expertise for the goal of providing optimum oral health care to the public. The distinct roles of the dental hygienist and dentist complement and augment the effectiveness of each professional and contribute to a collaborative environment.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Licensed to practice as a Dental Hygienist in the State of North Carolina.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Candidate must have a comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices and regulations governing general dental hygiene, patient care protocols, medical guidelines, clinical procedures in general dental hygiene and patient care management. Candidate must have ability to apply continual learning of new clinical treatments, techniques, and technologies in the field of dental hygiene and ability to perform general and specialized patient services consistent with the Dental Hygiene Practice Act. Ability to make appropriate referrals and completes charting. Ability to educate the patient in proper oral hygiene and alternative treatment methods. Ability to discuss alternative treatments with other dental professional. Ability to apply knowledge of educational theory and techniques in the field of dental health. Ability to communicate both verbally and written in executing responsibilities and dealing with patients, faculty, and staff.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Previous experience in dental hygiene and experience in treating patients, who are frail, affected by developmental/cognitive deficiencies or delay, medically complex individuals from pediatrics to geriatrics. Must be competent in proper patient restraint techniques and ability to provide care to patients in wheelchairs or stretchers.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements:

Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Exposure to Hazardous Materials, Overtime occasionally, Patient care involved

Special Instructions:

**ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUS

The selected candidate for this position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Qualified applicants must apply and be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements:

To be eligible for a Sign-on bonus, an individual must not have worked in a probationary, permanent, or time-limited appointment in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including without limitation the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system in a position subject to the State Human Resources Act.

A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week).

This SHRA Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the SHRA Sign-on Policy can be found https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy

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