Davidson County-Metro Nashville (TN)-posted 3 months ago
Nashville, TN
1-10 employees
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

The MPHD School-Based Dental Sealant Program is seeking a dedicated, energetic Dental Hygienist to join our team! In this role, you will provide preventive dental care to children in Pre-K through 8th grade within a school-based setting in Davidson County. This is your chance to combine clinical skills with community impact-helping children build healthy habits that last a lifetime. NOTE: This position will work the 2025-2026 Metro Nashville Public School 10-month schedule.

  • Performs dental screenings and examinations
  • Place dental sealants, SDF, and fluoride varnish treatments
  • Promote healthy habits that empower students and families
  • Provide engaging oral health education to children in an assembly setting
  • Serves as dental health resource person for nursing staff
  • Assists with the preparation of dental health educational materials
  • Keeps and maintains oral health records and makes appropriate referrals
  • Graduation from an accredited school of dental hygiene
  • Three (3) years' experience as a dental hygienist
  • Licensed to practice dental hygiene in the State of Tennessee
  • Valid class 'D' driver's license
  • Use of personal vehicle and maintenance of valid personal vehicle insurance as required by Tennessee Law
  • Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply
  • Knowledge of the principles and consultative techniques of dental hygiene
  • Knowledge of the methods and techniques involved in dental prophylaxis and fluoridation
  • Knowledge of Tennessee dental laws and regulations
  • Knowledge of the aims and services of a dental health program
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