Dental Hygienist
Listed compensation
$80.6K - $100.7K
Listing transparency2 of 6 stated
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Includes weekends
Job Description
- Salary Range: $80,600.00 - $100,734.40 Salary/yearSUMMARY OF MAJOR FUNCTIONS Under the direct super
- vision of the Dental Director, the Dental Hygienist will render educational, preventive and therapeutic dental services and diagnosis, and treatment planning for such services. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinates with dental team to evaluate, diagnose, and provide treatment for active disease states in the oral cavity. Prepares treatment plan for dental hygiene services in accordance with existing condition, including periodontal probing. Upon referral from the dentist, examines patient's teeth and surrounding tissues to determine extent of abnormal condition requiring treatment. Records and evaluates medical and dental history of each patient to determine if systemic conditions are present which may alter standard treatment. Performs oral prophylaxis and provides therapeutic care in cases of acute gingivitis and periodontal disease using a variety of scalers and ultrasonic equipment. Performs temporary and interim therapeutic restorations as directed. Under the direction and super
- vision of the Dentist, performs deep scaling, root planning, and subgingival curettage to remove deposits. Determines and applies the appropriate sealant or fluoride. Administers nitrous oxide/oxygen conscious sedation for hygiene services and other providers’ treatment. Administers local anesthesia. Provides oral hygiene instruction for all patients, using demonstrations and audiovisual aids for those with special oral needs. Takes, develops and interprets intraoral and extraoral radiographs to determine areas of calcium deposits and periodontal involvement. Uses radiographs in educating and motivating patients. Maintains proper infection control procedures during preparation for patient treatment; performs cleanup after patient treatment. Prepares for and participates in outreach events and vaccine clinics. Provides tours to pharmacy team, patients, and other visiting tribal entities. Manages opening and closing dental clinic tasks. Maintains inventory list and electronic binder; orders new materials and supplies as needed; receives and organizes supplies. Implements and updates task management system. Assists with maintenance of patient electronic dental records. Maintains equipment and ensures proper functioning. Participates in writing, reviewing, and updating operating procedures for dental clinic. Manages, organizes, and implements home care station for dental clinic. Manages clinic maintenance tasks, including testing and sterilization. Attends meetings as required. Performs all functions delegable to dental assistants and expanded function dental assistants, providing the hygienist is appropriately trained. Participates in patient recall system. Develops, implements, and assesses a comprehensive dental hygiene program for both eligible and non-eligible beneficiaries and aids in the tribal specific programs, both on and off site, such as sealant clinics, Head Start, etc. Identifies and pursues methods of professional growth and career development in areas identified as a need for self and staff. Uses judgment in selecting and adapting techniques, procedures, and materials most appropriate for treating the specific problems of each patient. Situations requiring significant deviations from the guidelines are referred to the dentist. Reviews work and provides performance feedback to assigned Dental Assistant. Performs as dental receptionist in his or her absence. Performs hygiene services at alternate locations with Expanded Practice permit. Other duties as assigned. The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Requires the ability to communicate orally, repetitive movement of the wrists, hands and/or fingers, often requires standing, walking, sitting for extended periods of time, raising or lowering objects, and occasionally requires lifting up to 25 pounds. Requires occasional climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Work is generally performed in a dental office setting. Occasional weekend work is required. Work involves exposure to hazardous materials, excessive noise, high risk/dangerous situations, infectious disease, dust, fumes, and allergens. Work takes place near moving equipment or machinery. The individual must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing a significant safety threat to self or others. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Knowledge of Dental hygiene sciences, oral pathology and periodontology, systemic diseases, and dental radiology. Ability to manipulate a variety of dental instruments & equipment while performing specialized and therapeutic dental hygiene procedures (skill and dexterity). Ability to communicate effectively, relate well to a wide variety of people, and maintain effective working relationships with patients, pharmacies, laboratories, medical and other employees. Knowledge of regulations on the confidentiality of medical records (HIPAA). Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures and diagnosis.
- ability issues as determined by the Tribe’s insurance carrier is required. Required to accept the responsibility of a mandatory reporter of abuse and neglect of infants and children, people who are elderly or dependent, individuals with mental illness or development disabilities or residents of nursing homes and other health care facilities. This includes reporting any evidence of physical injury, neglect, sexual or emotional abuse or financial exploitation.
Key Responsibilities
The Dental Hygienist provides educational, preventive, and therapeutic dental services, including diagnosis and treatment planning under the supervision of the Dental Director. They are also responsible for managing clinic operations, maintaining dental equipment, and assisting with patient records and outreach programs.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree from an accredited dental hygienist program and possess an Oregon Dental Hygiene license with an Expanded Practice Permit. At least one year of experience in a dental clinic and a current BLS certification are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist at COQUILLE INDIAN TRIBE a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Dental Hygiene — ranked against 1,748 active Dental Hygiene listings on WeekdayDoc.
Dental Hygiene Career Context
Coquille Indian Tribe holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 4 active listings.
Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 33% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Oregon is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$91k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $88k in an average-cost state. 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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Living in Coos Bay
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $347k
- Typical market rent
- $1,668/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 14 min
- State income tax
- Up to 9.9%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.