Dental Hygienist

Job Announcement

Dental Hygienist (Part-Time)

Location: Missoula, MT
Department & Supervisor: Dental Department, Dentist

Employment Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Wage: $47-$55/hour

To Apply

Please visit All Nations Health Center to complete an All Nations Health Center employment application. Completed applications may be dropped off at 1511 S. Russell Street, Missoula, MT, or emailed to [email protected].

Complete applications only.

Position Summary

All Nations Health Center is seeking a compassionate, culturally responsive, and motivated Dental Hygienist to join our growing dental team serving Native American and underserved families in Missoula, Montana.

This position is more than a dental hygiene role — it is an opportunity to build relationships, improve access to oral healthcare, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our relatives and community members.

The Dental Hygienist provides preventive and therapeutic dental hygiene services within a culturally grounded, trauma-informed, and relative-centered care environment. This role works collaboratively with dental providers, Patient Services Representatives (PSRs), and clinical staff to support high-quality patient care and improve community oral health outcomes.

About Our Clinic

All Nations Health Center is an Urban Indian Health Organization dedicated to providing holistic, culturally responsive healthcare services to Native American and underserved populations. Our dental clinic is the only urban clinic in Montana focused on delivering dental services specifically for the Native population.

We are committed to reducing barriers to care, improving access to preventive services, and creating a welcoming environment where every patient feels respected, valued, and supported.

Our team values:

• Compassionate, patient-centered care
• Cultural humility and responsiveness
• Prevention and community wellness
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Relationship-centered care grounded in Indigenous values

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Clinical Services & Patient Care

• Provide preventive dental hygiene services for adult and pediatric patients
• Perform prophylaxis, periodontal scaling and root planing, fluoride treatments, and sealants
• Conduct oral cancer screenings and caries risk assessments
• Provide oral health education and prevention-focused patient counseling
• Assist in identifying patient treatment needs and referrals for specialty or restorative dental care

Integrated & Culturally Responsive Care

• Deliver culturally responsive, trauma-informed services aligned with Indigenous values and community needs
• Build trusting relationships with patients and families across diverse backgrounds
• Support a welcoming and respectful patient experience throughout the dental visit

Care Coordination & Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with Dental and PSR staff to improve patient flow, same-day access, and continuity of care
• Support efficient scheduling practices and reduce gaps in care whenever possible
• Participate in team-based communication and clinic quality improvement efforts

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete timely and accurate documentation within the electronic health record (EHR)
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, infection control standards, and organizational policies
• Follow Montana Board of Dentistry regulations and applicable supervision requirements

Qualifications & Licensure

• Active and unrestricted Montana Dental Hygienist license required
• Current CPR/BLS certification preferred or required upon hire
• Experience providing preventive dental hygiene services in a clinical setting preferred
• Experience working with Native American, underserved, or culturally diverse populations preferred
• Strong communication, documentation, and patient education skills
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative, mission-driven healthcare team

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking someone who is:

• Passionate about serving Native American families and underserved populations
• Compassionate and patient-centered
• Culturally sensitive, respectful, and community-oriented
• A team player who enjoys working in a collaborative environment
• Motivated to help expand access to quality dental care
• Comfortable building trust with patients of all ages

Position Highlights

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact in community health
• Meaningful work serving Native families and underserved patients
• Growing dental department with leadership support
• Competitive compensation
• Mission-driven and culturally grounded workplace
• Four-day workweek organizational structure

Physical Demands

This position may require occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 25 pounds. The ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, handle, and feel is required. The ability to hear normal conversational speech and maintain near and far visual acuity is required.

Compliance & Accreditation Statement

All Nations Health Center is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care in compliance with AAAHC accreditation standards, Indian Health Service (IHS) requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations. Employees are expected to adhere to all organizational policies, confidentiality requirements, and quality improvement standards.

Preference in employment is given to qualified Native American candidates in accordance with Title 42 CFR 36.221.

TO APPLY

Please visit allnations.health/careers to complete an All Nations Health Center employment application.

Completed applications may be dropped off at 1511 S. Russell Street, Missoula, MT, or emailed to [email protected].

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $47.00 - $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person