What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Mississippi Department of Employment Security?
At **CoreCivic** , we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking **Dental Hygienists** who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.
The incumbent should be able to perform all of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the job performance requirements
The incumbent should be able to perform all of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the job performance requirements
- Perform scaling, cleaning and polishing of teeth.
- Render Treatment to gums and tissue surrounding teeth.
- Develop and conduct a dental health education program, instruct inmates/residents in preventive dental techniques
- Take and develop dental x-rays as directed
- Take impressions for study Casts
- Spend a minimum of 75% of time performing duties which involve direct contract with inmates/residents.
- Must be licensed and/or certified as a dental hygienist in the state of employment.
- A valid driver's license is preferred, unless required by contract or applicable statute.
- Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.