Dental Hygienist, Part-time, Savannah

Georgia Department of Public Health•Savannah, GA

15d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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. 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

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.