LTE Dental Hygienist

Purpose of Position The Dental Hygienist provides and executes oral health services (screenings, cleanings, sealants, fluoride varnish, silver diamine fluoride, oral health education, etc.) through the school-based Clark County Seal-A-Smile program, in collaboration with a Public Health Nurse and another Dental Hygienist. The Dental Hygienist is responsible for direct patient care using portable dental equipment. Day-to-day activities vary based on program needs. The Clark County Health Department maintains a State of WI Department of Safety & Professional Services mobile dentistry program license. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned. Provide oral health expertise and leadership and ensure the delivery of related services are evidence-based and/or best practices Ensure compliance with relevant practice guidelines, state contracts, and federal and state law regulations Develop and recommend policy and programmatic options related to oral health services Ensure policies and procedures are current Collaborate with schools, dental providers, and others to ensure effective program operations and follow-up care Collaborate and assure the quality of oral health services with any oral health staff Order and maintain program materials, supplies, equipment, etc. Document provision of oral health services on a regular and timely basis Display integrity and comply with HIPAA regulations in all aspects of work Establish and maintain a courteous, cooperative, and respectful working relationship with other employees, supervisors, and public officials Assist Health Department staff with fiscal and operational management of the Clark County Seal-A-Smile program and Community Oral Health program Promote and facilitate the incorporation of departmental core values and strategic initiatives into daily service delivery work Use cost-effectiveness, cost-benefit, and cost-utility analyses in programmatic decision making Participate in improving agency performance, processes, programs, and interventions through continuous quality improvement Attend regular staff meetings, trainings, and other meetings as assigned Participate in annual respirator fit testing Work to support the mission of the department and adhere to the core values as described in the most current agency strategic plan Responsible to know all county policies and procedures Perform all job tasks in a safe and prescribed manner Assume responsibility for seeking continuing education to maintain and improve dental skills and expertise Support the operational needs of the Health Department, as assigned Minimum Qualifications Required Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate degree in dental hygiene Current license to practice as a registered dental hygienist in the State of Wisconsin Possession of a valid driver's license, as well as a licensed and insured automobile, or other means of reliable transportation Must pass all required background investigations Current CPR certification or ability to become CPR certified Preferred A bachelor's degree in dental hygiene or in a field related to public health Three years professional experience as a dental hygienist Spanish bilingual proficiency