School Based Dental Hygienist, Part-time

Georgia Department of Public Health; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Public Health is seeking a part-time School Based Dental Hygienist to provide professional dental hygiene services in schools. Responsibilities include conducting screenings, providing treatments, and instructing students on dental health. This role is pivotal in promoting healthy oral practices and managing the dental prevention program within the community.

Qualifications

• Must hold an associate's degree in dental hygiene from an accredited institution.
• Current Georgia dental hygienist license is mandatory.
• Experience in dental hygiene procedures is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides dental hygiene treatment/service as prescribed by dentist supervisor.
• Instructs clients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
• Records monthly data and provides administrative support for dental prevention program.

Skills

Dental Hygiene Procedures

Communication

Patient Education

Infection Control

Education

Associate's degree in dental hygiene

Georgia dental hygienist license

Job description

School Based Dental Hygienist, Part-time

School Based Dental Hygienist, Part-time

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Description

Pay Grade:TPW

This is temporary or hourly paid work performing professional health care services. Positions in this job are established for less than 30 hours per week and are not eligible for benefits.

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Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

Benefits

What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
  
  

Provides services for a school based dental prevention program. Will work 24 hours per

week.

All Coastal Health District County Health Department employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event not limited to but including, staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Dispensing site (POD). When you are called on to participate, you are expected and it will be a part of your job requirement to participate, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.

Job Responsibilities

Provides preliminary screening and notes potential problems.

Examines head, neck, and oral areas for signs of oral disease.

Provides dental hygiene treatment/service as prescribed by dentist supervisor. Treatment may include x-rays, prophylaxis, scaling where indicated, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants.

Instructs client in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.

Prepares clients, sterilizes instruments, sets up instrument trays, prepares materials, and cleans room.

Records monthly data.

Works with all aspects of school-based program including dental health education programs and health fairs.

Provides administrative support for dental prevention program.

Follows clinical guidelines of record documentation and HIPPA regulations.

Practices infection control according to clinical protocol and OSHA regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree in dental hygiene from an accredited college or university AND current Georgia dental hygienist license AND One year of related experience OR One year at the lower level Dental Hygienist 1 (HCT010) or position equivalent.

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Additional Information

To learn more about the Coastal Health District visit -https://coastalhealthdistrict.org

Applicants chosen for employment will be subject to the following

Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting

Reference Checks & Immunizations Required

• May be subject to pre-employment drug screen Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted via email by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. *Coastal Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer* The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected category when making selections. If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), notify this agency of your request by the closing date of this announcement.
  
  

N/A

01

Do you have an associate's degree in dental hygiene and are current Georgia registered Dental Hygienist?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

How many years of experience do you have performing dental hygiene procedures?

• 1-2 Years
• 3-5 Years
• 6-9 Years
• More than 10 Years
  
  

03

The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Public Health

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