Community Oral Health Coordinator, RDH

City of Kansas City•Joplin, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Kansas City University College of Dental Medicine seeks a Community Oral Health Coordinator, RDH as full-time staff for a new dental college in Joplin, Missouri. Reporting to the ADCHP, the qualified RDH is responsible for coordinating and supporting community-based oral health education programs and community engagement initiatives for the College of Dental Medicine. Approximately 30% of the role is dedicated to administrative and compliance-related responsibilities, with the remaining scope focused on coordination of community programs, oral health screenings, education, student engagement, and partnership development. The role supports and expands outreach initiatives such as Score 1 for Health and other community-based programs by coordinating events and promoting oral health education. Administrative responsibilities include managing preceptor onboarding, tracking program data and contracts, and ensuring compliance with regulatory, grant, and accreditation (CODA) requirements. This position supports KCU’s emphasis on population health, interprofessional education, and community engagement. This position requires flexibility, including occasional evening and weekend work and travel for community events and site visits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene
Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) licensure in the state of Missouri that includes permits for infiltration and block anesthesia as a registered dental hygienist by the Missouri Dental Board
Must be knowledgeable and skillful in age-appropriate health promotion, guidance, and primary care skills
Ability to decipher and interpret information and respond effectively and appropriately
Ability to adapt to different health literacy levels when interacting with a variety of individuals
Ability to interact professionally and appropriately with patients, parents, and school/program administrators
Ability to function as a team leader to effectively oversee screenings (instructions, training, charting, etc.)
Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in MS Office Suite required
Ability to work independently, with a team, and with diverse populations
Knowledge and experience working with community organizations with missions to serve the public
Ability to carry out the varied management and administrative functions of the position
Ability to convene groups, obtain consensus, and plan strategically
Ability to be flexible, creative and resourceful

Nice To Haves

One-year experience as an RDH in a pediatric and/or community health clinical environment preferred
Experience in research and educational programs preferred
experience with software for learning management systems and project management preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate, promote, and participate in community outreach activities such as oral health screenings, health fairs, school-based programs, and career fairs
Educate patients, families, guardians, school personnel, and community partners on oral health promotion and disease prevention
Facilitate and participate in interprofessional education and practice activities
Engage and support dental students participating in community programs and outreach activities (e.g., Third Thursday)
Conduct occasional site visits to community partner locations
Participates in maintenance of patient safety and quality assurance measures
Serves as educator and mentor to students
Teach, oversee, and assess students in the clinical and community settings
Participate in the advancement of the Score 1 for Health Program and other oral health community outreach programs
Ensures adherence to all regulatory governance, universal precautions, and/or standard protocols
Provide administrative support for community-based education and outreach programs
Coordinate student community rotations, including scheduling, site communication, and documentation
Manage preceptor onboarding processes and compliance tracking
Track program data, contracts, and partnership agreements
Assist with preparation and maintenance of CODA accreditation documentation
Coordinate logistics, documentation, and follow-up for outreach events, meetings, and site visits
Exercises independent professional judgment in planning and delivering community oral health initiatives
Develops educational strategies and outreach activities based on community health needs
Makes professional recommendations regarding preventive oral health practices and program improvements
Evaluates community program outcomes and recommends enhancements
Serves as a subject matter expert in oral health promotion and community dentistry