Description

Midt-Gudbrandsdal Dental Clinic has a full-time (100%) temporary position available for a dental hygienist, to start as soon as possible and lasting through July 31, 2027.

In Innlandet County, we place particular emphasis on ensuring that our dental hygienists have an increased presence in the municipalities. Regular dental hygienist duties at the dental clinics are combined with outreach work.

The goal is to strengthen health promotion efforts and increase awareness of oral health in all settings.

All dental hygienists in Innlandet County become part of a public health team that works closely with colleagues at the dental clinics.

About the Clinic

At the Midt-Gudbrandsdal Dental Clinic, the staff consists of 4 dentist positions, 2.4 dental hygienist positions, and 5.0 dental secretary/assistant positions.

If you’d like to know what it’s like to work for the Dental Health Service in Innlandet County, we’ve created a dedicated website.
You can access this website here:

https://innlandetfylke.no/tjenester/tannhelse/jobb-in-dental-health-services/

We offer

• Modern equipment and the OPUS patient record system at all our clinics.
• Professional challenges and structured continuing education and training for our employees.
• A network of great and skilled colleagues where help and support are always close at hand.
• An active and stimulating work environment.
• Salary in accordance with current collective bargaining agreements.
• County government employment terms with good pension and insurance plans.

The regions and municipalities in Innlandet can provide advice and guidance regarding finding housing, employment for a spouse or partner, and a spot in daycare.

Information about schools, recreational activities in the municipality, and other opportunities in the municipality will be provided upon request.

We are looking for someone who

• Wants to help develop the Dental Health Service in Innlandet County.
• Works independently.
• Has strong collaboration skills.
• Prefer a mix of clinical patient care and outreach activities.
• Enjoys communicating and teaching both in small groups and to larger audiences
• Helps build strong relationships and networks with other healthcare professionals
• Is committed to contributing in ways that support the clinics’ needs and collaboration with municipal services
• Is motivated by creating new avenues for collaboration and by being present where people live and receive health care

About the Position

• 100% temporary position as a dental hygienist at the Midt-Gudbrandsdal Dental Clinic, to start as soon as possible and lasting through July 31, 2027.
• The dental clinic operates treatment groups as required by law.
• The workplace is the Midt-Gudbrandsdal Dental Clinic, Nordre Byre 19, 2640 Vinstra.

Qualifications

• The appointment will be based on a comprehensive assessment of the interview, education, work experience, and references.
• You should have a Class B driver’s license and access to a car.

We require

• Norwegian certification as a dental hygienist.
• You must be fluent in Norwegian/Scandinavian, both spoken and written.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Applicants for permanent dental hygienist positions are expected to participate in clinical instruction and mentoring of dental hygiene students.
A course in clinical supervision is offered by Innlandet University College, Elverum campus.
The schedule for the supervision role and any required training will be arranged in collaboration with the chief dental officer.

Application

Innlandet County Council wants its workforce to reflect the diversity of the population and therefore encourages everyone who is qualified according to the job posting to apply. Personal suitability will be emphasized.

We never ask for BankID information during the application process. 

A police clearance certificate—not older than three months—is required for all positions in the dental health service, folk high schools, and high schools.

Please note that all applicants will be included on a public list of applicants, cf. Section 25 of the Public Administration Act. Exemptions from publication are granted only in exceptional cases, and you must explain why you should be exempt from publication in the text field of the application.                          

Please note that redundant employees of the county government may have priority for the position.

Innlandet County Council uses an electronic application form.

We look forward to receiving your application.