Dental Hygienist - NCCIW

Dental Hygienist (S)

The Dental Hygienist position is located at North Carolina Correctional Institution for Women (NCCIW) in Raleigh, North Carolina. This position provides dental hygiene services at correctional facilities. The primary purpose of this position is to screen, perform prophylaxis, instruct oral hygiene measures and perform other procedures permitted by law for the general care of the oral cavity. This position in combination with the dentist and dental assistant comprises the dental staff which is responsible for the delivery of general and preventative dentistry to the institution population.

The Dental Hygienist may perform the following duties under the general supervision of a licensed dentist:

• This is technical dental work in examining, cleaning, and instructing on the general care of the teeth.
• Examines offenders and makes referrals to dentist if special professional care is indicated
• Applies topical fluorides and performs dental prophylaxis in the prevention of dental disease
• Records findings and maintains records on dental status and services rendered to offenders on the proper care of teeth and recommends measures for the prevention of dental disease
• Assists the dentist in planning and carrying out dental health programs; or may function in a role as a dental hygienist consultant/analyst.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented experience in the application of the techniques and practices of dental hygiene.
• Documented ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, and to interpret and maintain records and reports
• Ability to deal tactfully with the public and to exercise good judgment in appraising situations and making decisions.
• Ability to work with other professional and support personnel in the performance of duties typical of the dental hygienist and assisting with other duties which may be of a lesser complexity.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers.
• If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the night before closing date.
• Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check.
• Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.

For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations, and cover letters may be uploaded your application.

Veterans' and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, NCDAC will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below

Minimum Education and Experience

Licensed to practice as a dental hygienist in North Carolina.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.