Dental Hygienist

Pay Grade: TPW Temporary or hourly paid work performing professional health care services. Positions are less than 30 hours per week and are not eligible for benefits. Who we are The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives, promote healthy lifestyles, prevent disease, injury, and disability, and prepare the state for responding to disasters. What we offer 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 and 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. 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 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. Applicant Screening and Requirements Criminal background check/fingerprinting. Reference checks & immunizations required. May be subject to pre-employment drug screen. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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. This position can close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. #J-18808-Ljbffr