Dental Hygienist

Overview

Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, the DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) works to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents.

Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community, we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit

Hourly Dental Hygienist (10408) –

Location:

T.O. Vinson / North Health Centers

Community Health / HAP / Oral Health

$35.00 Hourly / Pay Grade TPW / Job Code HCT
012

• Under general supervision, cleans teeth, examines head, neck, and oral areas for signs of oral disease.
• Educates clients on oral hygiene; develops X-rays; applies fluoride or sealants.
• May serve as lead hygienist.
• Observe and document conditions in mouth and gums; take X-rays.
• Apply fluoride and other cavity-preventing agents to arrest dental decay (varnish, sealants).
• Perform screenings, fluoride treatments, and cleaning of deposits and stains from teeth and beneath gum margins.
• Examine gums with probes to locate sores, periodontal recession, and signs of gum disease; check lymph nodes for swelling or tenderness that could indicate oral cancer.
• Provide oral hygiene instructions; explain procedures to patients and assist with paperwork.
• Coordinate with schools, Head Start, YMCA to set up events; coordinate Dental Quiz Bowl events and prepare event paperwork and databases.
• Provide dental school screening; deliver clinical services and health education to clients and/or staff to improve oral health.
• Create PowerPoint presentations and provide education for health fairs, school career days, Red Ribbon events; present at parent-teacher meetings in schools.
• Assist the dentist with X-rays and exams; maintain operatory cleanliness and sterilization; prepare and stock trays and supplies.
• Inform staff when supplies are low; visit DCBOH dental clinics for infection control; update forms as needed.
• Chart conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist.
• Provide front desk assistance when needed; complete continuing education classes (virtually and in person); maintain infection control knowledge per CDC, HIV, ADA guidelines.

• Associate's degree in dental hygiene from an accredited college or university; current Georgia dental hygienist license; two years of related experience.
• OR one year at the lower level Dental Hygienist 2 (HCT
  011) or position equivalent.

Note:

Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview.

Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason.

Employment with the DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. Requirements may include: pre-employment drug screening, criminal background check/fingerprinting, reference checks, specific immunizations, motor vehicle check, and/or education and/or licensure verification.

All applicants must apply for this position and complete the application in Career Opportunities at [0]=dekalb%20county&sort=Posting Date%7CDescending.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: jannise.gray
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DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.