Dental Hygienist - Tallahatchie

Dental Hygienist

This job is performed at the Tallahatchie County Correctional Facility in Tutwiler, MS. 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.

Job Description

• Perform scaling, cleaning, and polishing of teeth.
• Render treatment to gums and tissue surrounding teeth.
• Develop and conduct a dental health education program, instructing 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 contact with inmates/residents.

Requirements

• Must be licensed and/or certified as a dental hygienist in the state of Tennessee.
• 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.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location

In person.