Job Description

Close Date

Aug. 7 2023

Location

Peninsula Health Unit - Saanichton, BC V8M 2B2 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

830-1612 or 848-1630

Days Off

Weekend/Stats

Vacancy Type

Regular PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$35.90 - $44.84

Paid FTE

.81

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

57.60

Planned Start Date

Sep. 6 2023

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration



In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager or designate, and under the general supervision of the Senior Dental Hygienist, the Community Dental Hygienist is responsible for the delivery of dental health prevention and promotion services. Uses dental hygiene practice guidelines to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programs in consultation with the Senior Dental Hygienist that promote the dental health of the individuals, families and communities within the health authority.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from an accredited School of Dental Hygiene with a diploma in Dental Hygiene or the equivalent. Registered to practice dental hygiene in British Columbia by the College of Dental Hygienists of BC.Minimum 2 years private practice experience plus one to two years experience working in a community health organization or the equivalent working with children, youth and their families and persons with disabilities. Valid BC driver\'s license.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work effectively with children and families, and with persons with developmental disabilities, groups and inter-disciplinary teams using health promotion principles.
• Ability to assess and provide oral health services to clients with complex needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally, including public speaking, and in writing.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply teaching principles for groups and individuals.
• Knowledge of and ability to present to and facilitate groups.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work and work independently and to adapt to a variety of situations.
• Computer literacy, particularly with word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to carry out duties of the position.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

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Additional information for applicants

This position includes working with Indigenous Communities and clients which requires cultural safety training and awareness.

Additional Clauses

Vaccination Notification: To keep our employees, clients and the communities we serve safe, Island Health is enforcing an employee mandatory vaccination policy which is intended to prevent the transmission of COVID-19. As such, Island Health requires Proof of BC Provincial Immunization Registration as a condition of employment, and any offers of employment are contingent on you providing proof of vaccination prior to commencement of the offered effective date. If an offer of employment is extended, but proof of vaccination is not provided, the offer will be rescinded.

Requisition CA

Health Science Professionals

Affiliation/Union

CUPE

Island Health