Dental Hygienist

Your future role at a glance

Location: Milwaukee, WI


Facility: St Elizabeth Ann Seton Dental Clinic


Department: Smart Smiles


Schedule: Part-time / Days / Monday - Friday

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Provide dental hygiene services in a school-based setting, including screenings, sealants, fluoride application, and diagnostic radiographs.
• Counsel patients and communities on oral hygiene, nutrition, and the connection between dental health and overall wellness.
• Maintain clinical equipment and supplies while ensuring accurate patient charting and administrative tasks via dental software.
• Act as a liaison by clearly reporting findings and necessary follow-up care to parents and guardians.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Dental Hygienist credentialed from the Wisconsin Dentistry Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'
  degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences:

• Valid WI driver's license to travel to different locations throughout the Milwaukee area.
• Ability to work 8:00am - 3:00pm.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Provide dental hygiene services in a school-based setting, including screenings, sealants, fluoride application, and diagnostic radiographs.
• Counsel patients and communities on oral hygiene, nutrition, and the connection between dental health and overall wellness.
• Maintain clinical equipment and supplies while ensuring accurate patient charting and administrative tasks via dental software.
• Act as a liaison by clearly reporting findings and necessary follow-up care to parents and guardians.

Qualifications

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Dental Hygienist credentialed from the Wisconsin Dentistry Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'
  degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences:

• Valid WI driver's license to travel to different locations throughout the Milwaukee area.
• Ability to work 8:00am - 3:00pm.