Ponca Tribe of Nebraska
Location
Omaha, Nebraska
Salary
$68,136 - $99,315 / YEAR
The Dental Hygienist is responsible for performing advanced prophylactic and preventative dental procedures and administering local anesthesia under the supervision of the dentist. They also plan and conduct community-based dental prevention programs and provide training to staff.
Applicants must be currently licensed to practice as a dental hygienist and possess excellent communication skills. A valid driver's license and the ability to travel are also required.
Grade 13 ($68,136.20 $99,315.15)
The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is a federally recognized Tribe with its ancestral homeland located in Niobrara, NE. The Tribe does not have a reservation in the classic definition; rather, the Ponca Restoration Act defined its jurisdiction as a ‘Service Delivery Area’ comprised of 15 counties throughout parts of Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota. Within its Service Delivery Area, the Tribe offers a broad range of health, social, educational, and cultural services.
This position is under the direct supervision of the Supervisory Dentist. This position requires professional knowledge in the field of dental hygiene and aspects of the clinic dental program.
The employee has supervision over dental hygiene students.
This position is located within an outpatient dental clinical setting. Employee will work throughout the dental area, sitting, standing, bending and lifting boxes of dental supplies weighing 50lbs or less. Work is subject to emotionally upset patients, family member, personnel and visitors.
1. One or more years’ experience working with Native Americans or Native American organizations. 2. One or more years’ experience as a professional dental hygienist in any state or US territory and in “good standing”. 3. Knowledge and understanding of Public Law 93-638: Indian Self Determination Act.
Preference will be given to Ponca Tribe of Nebraska members or members of a federally recognized tribe. However, all qualified individuals are eligible.
The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is an at-will employer.
Tribal Council Approval: 03/05/2024