Ops Health Support Technician - 64964525
About The Position
The OPS Health Support Technician serves on the School Based Sealant Program under the general supervision of the Public Health Services Manager- B SES in the dental outreach program. The position provides professional support and technical assistance to staff, community agencies, and the general public. It assists dental hygienists as they provide oral health education and preventive dental services to students at Volusia County schools, daycares, and summer programs. The role involves travel between these work sites and providing education at community events and health fairs in accordance with the mission and vision of the dental program and the Florida Department of Health in Volusia County. Dental certifications or training, including Certified Dental Assistant certification, are not required. The position is based at 1845 Holsonback Drive, Daytona Beach, Florida 32117. It requires the employee to come to the office and perform the role’s duties. The position is listed as an OPS temporary position, with a pay rate of $15.50 to $16.00 per hour.
Requirements
- Must be willing to physically come to the office to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
- Must have current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
- Must be able to work well with children.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Must have time management skills and the ability to work independently.
- Ability to coordinate schedules.
- Ability to lift 30 pounds or more.
- Ability to provide instruction and education to patients in preventive dental health techniques.
- Must be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.
- Must complete a security background check and/or drug screening and participate in direct deposit.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with children.
- Computer knowledge, including Outlook and HMS.
- Bilingual Spanish/English communication skills.
- Certified Dental Assistant certification; preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist dental hygienists as they provide oral health education and preventive dental services to students in Volusia County schools, daycares, and summer programs.
- Provide professional support and technical assistance to staff, community agencies, and the general public.
- Provide education to community agencies and the public through community events and health fairs.
- Coordinate schedules.
- Provide instruction and education to patients in preventive dental health techniques.
- Travel between assigned schools, daycares, summer programs, and other work sites.
Benefits
- State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory).
- Participation in state group insurance upon meeting eligibility requirements.
- Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed).
- Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed).
- Deferred Compensation (voluntary).
- Employee Assistance Program (voluntary).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
