Dental Hygienist

South Puget Sound Community College is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its professional staff. A firm understanding of anti-racist policy development, coupled with the skills to eliminate barriers that harm underrepresented people, is a college requirement.

The students that we serve come from a variety of backgrounds. On average, 43% of SPSCC students are people of color. We strongly encourage members of the underrepresented groups, veterans, and bi- or multilingual individuals to apply for this position to help meet the needs of our diverse students and service district.

And if that isn't enough? We also offer: A healthy work/life balance for our employees, with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work, depending on position and college needs The Clipper Coffee Corner serves Batdorf & Bronson coffee and a selection of delicious food A brand new Health & Wellness Center FREE Bus service every 15 minutes to downtown Olympia and beyond FREE parking on our campuses ¿ permits are not required On-campus child care Many walking paths that are marked and on nicely paved sidewalks SPSCC promotes wellness with a variety of workshops and events on campus Lots of activities with our Artist & Lecture series , which are FREE for staff and faculty Many community events in the Kenneth J.

Minnaert Center for the Arts Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that offer an opportunity for SPSCC employees to gather and connect around issues that define them personally and affect their work at the College and their professional development. Current Employee Resource Groups include: Staff and Faculty of Color (SFOC) ERG - an employee network that strives to create an intentional and relational foundation for community and trust-building across different groups through shared values.

The LGBTQIA+ ERG creates a space for LGBTQIA+ staff and faculty at the college to share resources, build support and community, and work towards greater equity and accessibility. About the Position: South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) seeks a highly motivated and qualified individual for the temporary, non-permanent Dental Hygienist position to provide hygiene services in the Campus Dental Clinic 1-2 mornings a week.

This recruitment is open to all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications stated below. The hourly rate ranges from $55.00-$65.00.

What You'll Do

Duties and responsibilities

Performing dental hygiene duties allowable under general supervision Performing dental hygiene duties allowable under close supervision Giving guidance to dental assisting students Qualifications You Possess: Minimum Qualifications: Possess either a full dental hygiene license or an initial limited license in the State of Washington Preferred Qualifications: Possess three or more years of work experience as a hygienist Experience working with dental assisting students or interns Excellent communication skills and ability to work with others To Apply: Applications must be completed online and include the following attachments: Cover letter addressed to the Screening Committee, highlighting your ability to perform the responsibilities and competencies described in the job posting.

Current resume/CV showing all educational and professional experience, which demonstrates how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications. Top candidates will be notified directly to interview for this position. Selection will be based on the applicant's knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties listed in this job posting as identified in the materials requested above.

Applications with comments directing the reader to see attachments will be considered incomplete. Background Check Condition of Employment Employment with the college is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. Any adverse information will be considered on a case-by-case basis and does not automatically preclude a candidate from employment.

Conditions of Part-Time Employment Non-permanent employees under the provisions of WAC 357-19-435 are only authorized to work up to a maximum of 18 months from the original date of hire. Employment with the college could end at any time. Veterans Preference Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veterans Preference must submit a copy of their United States Department of Veterans Affairs honorable discharge documentation .

All personally identifiable information must be redacted prior to submission. The redacted documentation should be emailed to [email protected] , with the job number for which the applicant is applying clearly indicated in the subject line . Benefit Information Hourly non-permanent employees accrue vacation, sick, personal holiday, personal leave, and holiday credit.

These accruals are prorated based on the hours worked in the prior month for both vacation and sick leave. The personal holiday and personal leave types only accrue after 4 months of continuous employment with the college. For more benefits information, please visit our Employee Benefits website. South Puget Sound Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator SPSCC provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or veteran status .

Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment , defined as unwelcome sexual conduct of various types. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Rehabilitation Act , SPSCC provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II , and Title IX may be directed to: Lacy Neal / Executive Human Resources Officer/Title IX Coordinator Phone: 360-596-5500 Email: Humanresourcesstaff@spscc.

edu Building 25, Room 220 2011 Mottman Rd SW Olympia, WA 98512 For general SPSCC recruitment inquiries, please contact Sheemica Butler-Hill at [email protected] . South Puget Sound Community College is a smoke-free and drug-free environment . Applicants who require accommodations in the application process or need materials in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources Office at (360) 596-5500 .

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