School-Based Dental Hygienist (Part-Time) (4145)

**PRIMARY DUTIES:** The part-time School-Based Dental Hygienist provides preventive and educational oral health services to pediatric populations within school settings as part of a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). School settings can include elementary, middle, and high schools. This role focuses on improving care access to overall health outcomes through community-based service delivery. The hygienist works collaboratively with dentists, school staff, families, and care teams to deliver culturally competent, patient-centered care. Traveling between schools and FQHC sites may be required. **Clinical Care Delivery:** - Provide preventive dental services in school-based settings, including: - Oral health assessments and screenings - Dental prophylaxis (cleanings) - Fluoride varnish applications - Dental sealants - Radiographs - Identify urgent dental needs and facilitate referrals to the FQHC dental clinic - Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) **Care Coordination:** - Collaborate with dentists and care teams to develop treatment plans and follow-up care - Coordinate referrals for restorative or specialty care - Communicate findings and recommendations to parents/guardians - Track and manage recall systems for ongoing preventive care **Health Education & Outreach:** - Deliver oral health education to students, parents, and school staff - Promote preventive care practices and healthy behaviors - Participate in community outreach and public health initiatives - Support school-based oral health programs and screenings **Compliance & Quality:** - Adhere to FQHC policies, HRSA requirements, and state dental practice regulations - Follow infection control and standards - Participate in quality improvement initiatives and reporting metrics (e.g., UDS measures) - Ensure proper maintenance and sterilization of portable equipment with inventory and supplies **Program Support:** - Assist with logistical setup and breakdown of mobile/portable dental units - Maintain inventory of dental supplies and equipment - Support program data collection, reporting, and outcome tracking - Work with school administration to coordinate schedules and consent forms **OTHER DUTIES:** - Other duties as assigned by supervisor **School-Based Dental Hygienist** (Part-Time) **REPORTS TO:** Chief Dental Officer and Director of School-Based Services **EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:** **Required** - Associate or bachelor's degree in dental hygiene - Current state licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) - Local anesthesia certification (if applicable per state law) - CPR/BLS certification **Preferred** - Experience in public health, school-based care, or community dental programs - Experience working in an FQHC or underserved populations - Bilingual (English/Spanish or other prevalent language in the community) **SKILLS:** - Strong communication and patient education skills - Ability to work independently in non-traditional settings - Cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse populations - Organizational and time management skills - Proficiency with dental software/HER systems - Team collaboration and adaptability **PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:** - Visual and auditory accuracy - Shift length: part-time during school hours - Indoor setting - Continuous use of computer and calculator - Frequent use of telephone - Continuous repetitive grasping and manipulation of both hands - Continuous conversational communication - Continuous reaching, walking, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and climbing - Frequent carrying, lifting, pushing and pulling of up to 25 lbs. - Frequent working in confined, noisy, dusty areas - Occasionally use of personal car - Understand/carry out simple/detailed, oral/written instructions - Memorize and retain instructions - Read and interpret detailed specifications - Ability to transport and set up portable equipment - Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, and bending - Manu…