Registered Dental Hygienist

King County; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and diverse team dedicated to community health as a Registered Dental Hygienist. This part-time position offers a unique opportunity to work in schools and community clinics, providing essential dental services and education. You will collaborate with a passionate team to promote oral health and equity, making a tangible difference in the lives of individuals from diverse backgrounds. If you are committed to social justice and have a strong foundation in dental hygiene, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to contribute to a meaningful cause while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Professional Development Opportunities

Health and Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in dental hygiene.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques used in dental hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Perform limited oral evaluations and risk assessments.
• Assist in planning and conducting preventative health programs.

Skills

Dental Hygiene

Effective Communication

Data Collection and Analysis

Community Outreach

Bilingual Skills (Spanish)

Education

Accredited Dental Hygiene Program

Washington State Dental Hygiene License

Tools

EPIC Patient Management Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Public Health – Seattle & King County is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist to join our vibrant and diverse team with the Community Based Oral Health Field Program. Community Based Oral Health Dental hygienists work under the clinical supervision of a Dentist in a variety of dental preparation and prevention procedures and other related duties as required in a dental clinic and/or community program. This Dental Hygienist position will work 9 months (school year) in the Oral Health Field Program based at Eastgate Public Health Center which provides community-based services, primarily in schools. For the other 3 months (Summer), the position will work out of the float pool as a clinical dental hygienist for Community Health Services and Jail Health Services dental clinics throughout King. Working in JHS dental clinics requires passing a background check and obtaining approval from the Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention. Float Pool assignments are made based on business needs. The position is expected to be able to travel to all clinics.

In addition to the traditional Dental Hygienist job duties, CBOHP Dental Hygienists do a variety of duties that includes School/Community Based Oral Health Services primarily in elementary schools, Daycare/Early Learning Centers. During the academic school year, the team mainly consists of Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants and Administrative Specialist doing Community Outreach, data collection and analysis, and working with other Community Partners. During the Summer months, the team works out of the float pool to support our 5 dental clinics and Jail Health Services doing traditional four handed dentistry.

Commitment To Equity and Social Justice

Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.

The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.

We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.

To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx

Work Schedule

This position is part-time at 32 hours per week.

Work Location

Primarily housed at Eastgate Public Health Center. 14350 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98007 and may need to float to the other Public Health Dental Clinics.

OTHER CLINIC LOCATIONS:

Columbia Dental Clinic
4400 37th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118

Downtown Dental Clinic
2124 4th Ave
Seattle, WA 98121

Eastgate Dental Clinic
14350 SE Eastgate Way
Bellevue, WA 98007

North Dental Clinic
12359 Lake City Way NE
Seattle, WA 98125

Renton Dental Clinic
3201 NE 7th St
Renton, WA 98056

The following duties are performed in the community-based program and dental clinics:

• Perform limited oral evaluations and risk assessments.
• Require at least one (1) year of experience.
• Require to drive to worksites
• Require a valid WA State Driver's License
• Assist in planning and conducting preventative health programs.
• Conduct in-service workshops for community groups.
• Apply dental sealants and other topical preventive agents in clinical and community-based settings.
• Maintain statistics and records of oral health status of targeted groups.
• Develop oral health education programs.
• Operate oral evacuation system, air/water spray, etc. both in the clinics and in community settings with portable dental equipment.
• Perform accurate charting using Electronic Dental Record (EPIC/WISDOM).
• Perform other duties as allowed by the Washington State Dental Practice Act 18.32 and 18.26.
• Maintain operatories and dental spaces in good working order and ensure compliance with OSHA/WISHA requirements. Comply with OSHA/WISHA standards in both clinical and community settings.
• Clean and sterilize dental instruments in accordance with State and Federal requirements.
• Educate patients in oral hygiene and anticipatory guidance health behaviors, provide group presentations primarily for sealant projects.
• Complete client registrations, billing, and conduct follow-up with patients/families as needed.
• Responsible for accurate completion of encounters as per Dental Program/Business Revenue Unit Policies and Procedures and Medicaid billing guidelines.
• Responsible for accurate data entry and analysis for community-based program using statistical computer programs.
• Maintain files as well as related treatment and client education records. Maintain community site files and information.
• Maintain supply of educational materials.
• Maintain dental supply inventory and prepare supply orders.
• Maintain dental equipment (clinical and portable) and process repairs.
• Make patient reminder calls and follow up on missed appointments daily. Reschedule appointments as necessary. Contact community sites to schedule dates and follow up with information gathering related to community services.
• Do data entry and program evaluations for reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Ideal Candidate:

• Completion of at least a two-year accredited dental hygiene program.
• Washington State Dental Hygiene license.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques used in dental hygiene.
• Effective communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to establish working relationships in a team setting involving oral health care providers, staff, clients, parents, school officials and community leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with clients of diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds as well as the ability to work with clients for whom English is a second language.
• Demonstrated skill in working with diverse populations, ages and cultures.
• Demonstrated ability to address conflict in a direct and professional manner.
• Experience working with both in-person and telephonic interpreters in a clinical setting.

Desired Candidate:

• In addition to the to the above, the most competitive will have these desired qualifications
• Bilingual Spanish speaking and writing. This skill is highly desired but will not disqualify you from being considered.
• Experience in a public/community health center and clinic setting desired.
• Experience with using EPIC patient management software systems to register, check in, check out, collect payments, and schedule clients.
• Applicants bilingual in English and Arabic, Mandarin, or Cantonese are encouraged to apply. This skill is highly desired but will not disqualify you from being considered
• The selected candidate will be required to pass a thorough background investigation.
• Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law
• Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their training.
• Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools; therefore, candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work. Experience in dental billing and coding.

Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.

Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our True North, we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

Who May Apply

Open to all qualified candidates who meets the minimum qualifications.

Application Process

The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:

• NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Resume

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state see my resume or see my personnel file are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.

Necessary Special Requirements

• The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
• The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR ( if applicable).
• The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation,but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment.(and Pre-employment Physical, if applicable).
• For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. For tips on interviewing, please visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.ashx?la=en.
• Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
• Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
• Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
• Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
• When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department.
• If you need a disability accommodation in the application or testing process, please call the contact number listed on the job announcement.

Union Membership

Local 8

Contact

For more information about the application process please contact Alexis Owens at [e-mail]