Dental Hygienist
Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital

Job Opportunity: Dental Hygienist

Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: Approximately 6 weeks

Job Description

• Perform toothbrush cleanings on children ages 1-5 at multiple local school districts (up to 50 miles travel).
• Schedule: Monday through Thursday, no weekends.
• Shift hours: Approximately 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM (may vary).
• Guaranteed 32 hours per week.
• Local candidates are accepted.

Required Qualifications

• Licensed Dental Hygienist with at least 1 year of experience, including experience within the last year.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Background checks including county criminal, national sex offender, education verification, and others must be current and updated annually.
• Drug testing within 1 year of start, updated annually.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, updated annually.
• Immunizations and health documents required and must be current, including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (updated annually)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B status
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption
  • COVID vaccination or approved exemption

Certifications and Competencies

• Must maintain current BLS certification.
• Additional certifications may be required depending on assignment specifics (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP) but are not mandatory for this role.
• Competency exams and skills checklists must be completed and kept current as required.

Additional Requirements

• Two professional references verified within 6 months of start.
• Employment history verification for the past 7 years required.
• Explanation required for any employment gaps longer than 30 days.
• Various facility-specific policies and agreements must be reviewed and signed prior to start.

Notes

• Mileage reimbursement provided for travel to school districts.
• Candidates must renew all expiring documents prior to clearance for assignment start.