Dental Hygienist
About the job
- An Associate of Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene or a related field.
- A current Registered Dental Hygienist license in the State of Montana or the ability to obtain one before starting the position.
- Applicants must complete a background check and pre-employment drug test.
- Take periodical, panoramic, bite-wing, and occlusal X-rays; conduct preliminary examinations to screen for periodontal problems; observe and report oral conditions; examine the mouth, throat, and pharynx; examine teeth for plaque index; observe and report symptoms of acute physical distress; and reassure apprehensive patients.
- Interpret routine X-rays for dental hygiene services, plan the sequence of dental hygiene procedures, review patient medical and dental histories, prepare plaque-control treatment plans, plan and adapt patient diets, answer inquiries about nonprescription products such as toothpaste and mouthwash, and educate patients about dental disease prevention and treatment.
- Use ultrasonic devices and hand instruments to remove supragingival and subgingival calculus, perform root planing, apply disclosing solutions and fluoride, clean interproximal tooth surfaces with dental floss or tape, polish coronal tooth surfaces, and perform oral prophylaxis on ambulatory patients.
- Administer local anesthesia and/or nitrous oxide analgesia if licensed to do so.
- Study examination results, determine required services, and develop acceptable periodontal treatment plans.
- Perform prophylactic dental hygiene care for patients with behavioral problems.
- Inform patients about good dental health practices.
- Participate in community outreach programs at local schools, Head Start programs, community centers, and similar locations.
- Undertake additional responsibilities as delegated by the supervisor, including administrative duties, quality improvement initiatives, team projects, and professional development activities.
About the company
Rocky Boy Health Center provides primary care and a broad range of outpatient services to the Chippewa Cree people on the Rocky Boy’s Indian Reservation, functioning as a Tribal Federally Qualified Health Center under the Indian Health Service. It delivers medical, dental, optometry, pharmacy, lab, radiology, physical therapy, and behavioral health services, supported by telehealth options to reach patients who live far from the clinic. The center’s model combines IHS funding with federal grants and Medicaid expansion, guided by self-governance and a commitment to traditional healing and patient-centered care. Its goals include improving community health outcomes, expanding access with a larger facility and 24/7 urgent care, and promoting holistic youth wellness through programs like the planned Good Life Lodge Youth Center.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
N/A
Founded
1974
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The Good Life Lodge opened March 2026, expanding youth services and community reach.
- RBHC reported no findings in FY2025 audit, strengthening funding credibility.
- The new administration building adds behavioral health capacity and 30 full-time positions.
What critics are saying
- The pharmacy system launched in 2025 with longer waits, damaging patient satisfaction.
- Recruiting clinicians remains hard; RBHC sought a PA/NP in March 2025.
- Heavy reliance on federal grants and NMTC funding exposes expansion timelines and staffing.
What makes Rocky Boy Health Center unique
- RBHC controls self-governed Tribal care under the Chippewa Cree compact.
- The 2026 Good Life Lodge integrates healthcare, culture, education, and youth programming.
- RBHC combines primary care, behavioral health, pharmacy, and telehealth under one roof.
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