Public Health Dental Hygienist

About the Role

This position can be full-time or part-time and works to complete the strategic objectives of the department. Key strategies include collaboration with partners and the community, a commitment to Community Health Improvement, and dedication to implementing evidence-based best practices.

The Public Health Dental Hygienist develops relationships with community partners to provide preventive dental education, screenings, varnishes, prophylaxis, and sealants.

Responsibilities

• Models the organization’s mission, values, and activities, and aligns work with the goals and objectives of the organization’s strategic plan.
• Attends and participates in meetings as requested or required, representing the organization professionally with internal and external partners.
• Maintains an overall understanding of the operations, programs, and services of the organization, including the 10 Essential Public Health Services and Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) domains, standards, and measures.
• Incorporates health literacy best practices and tools into organizational activities and communications.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and effective decision-making; behaves ethically and honestly; treats all individuals with fairness, respect, and professionalism; fosters trust in professional relationships; uses resources effectively; and accepts responsibility for decisions and actions.
• Reviews, analyzes, and interprets policies, guidance, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Prepares clear, accurate, and professional written materials, including reports, policies, grants, and business correspondence.
• Establishes and maintains effective and productive working relationships with public and private organizations, practices, partnerships, and programs within the community.
• Provides preventive dental education, screenings, varnishes, prophylaxis, and sealants.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional documents.
• Analytical skills to interpret policies and regulations.
• Commitment to ethical behavior, fairness, and professionalism.