****This is a student program, not a job opportunity. Submitting your interest in the program is not considered an employment application, nor a guarantee of employment****

The Dental Health Aide Therapist (DHAT) Program is Expanding!

Please fill out this application if you are interested in having YKHC support while you train to become a DHAT.

Application deadline is JANUARY 9, 2026

Training Program Expectations: As a student, attend all classes and clinical experiences as directed. Successfully complete the 2 year course of education and graduate from the program. The first year of the training program will be held in Anchorage. The second year is in Bethel.

Completing the program will result in an Associate Degree.

Sponsorship:

Your tuition will be paid.
You will get a set amount of money for living expenses.
You will be assisted with housing arrangements.

Expectations After Graduation: Successful completion of a preceptorship in Bethel at YKHC and employment by YKHC for 4 years.

Program Qualifications:

Pass a background check and drug screen
High School Diploma or GED Recipient
Able and willing to put forth the effort and commit to the time necessary to complete the program successfully, which may result in some family and social sacrifices
Able and willing to commit to working for YKHC at the Sub-Regional Clinic for a time period of 4 years

When you are applying, please be sure to upload a copy of your high school transcripts, a resume, and a cover letter which explains your interest in the DHAT student opportunity

YKHC applies Alaska Native/American Indian (under PL 93-638), EEO, and Veteran Preferences. Under federal and state laws, YKHC performs criminal history and background checks to ensure customers are protected.

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For more information, please contact Dr. Judith Burks, YKHC Dental Health Aid Therapist Director, at 907-543-6251 or [email protected]

Renee Cheemuk, DHATP: YKHC’s ADTEP Instructor and Program Coordinator, at 907-543-6763 or [email protected]

YKHC Recruitment at: [email protected]

Additional Information:

ID: 18151

Location: Bethel

Department: Dental Clinic

Employment Duration: 80 Full Time

Temporary Status: Not Applicable

Hours per Week: 40

Minimum Hourly Pay: 0.00

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.

Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.

For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at [email protected] or phone (907) 543-6060 and ask to speak with a recruiter.

To view more positions available please visit YKHC Career Center

(https://chu.the.taleo.net/chu01/ats/careers/v2/jobSearch?org=YKHC&cws=41)

DHAT Student