Job Description

Your Opportunity:

Community Oral Health seeks a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) who enjoys working with a dynamic team. The RDH is a front-line representative working with the Calgary Zone oral health team (dental hygienists, dental assistants and administrative staff), collaboratively and independently, to provide and support preventive services outlined in the provincial Oral Health Action Plan (OHAP), which focuses on providing services to the most vulnerable in the community. Responsibilities may include: visual oral health assessment and fluoride varnish application for preschool and school children; assessing for dental sealants and applying sealants for students in targeted schools; anticipatory guidance with oral health messaging; referral as appropriate; providing training and support for those working with adults and seniors in care; developing and evaluating resource materials; presenting updates or providing training to allied health professionals; and participating in and supporting overall team work. The RDH provides services to individuals, families and groups in a variety of settings, such as schools and community health clinics. With the variety of settings comes a variety of work - some days with quite varied tasks and others involving repetitive tasks. Service delivery may require lots of walking, climbing flights of stairs, sitting, standing, and/or bending for long periods of time, awkward and repetitive movements. Service delivery involves transporting supplies and equipment. The RDH will be required to pack, lift, move and transport supplies and equipment to various work sites, with some equipment being heavy and awkward (e.g., mobile dental delivery units and chairs). Individual must drive and have an operational vehicle available. Driving can involve both urban and rural travel. Compensation for work-related travel will be provided.

Description:

As a Dental Hygienist, you will provide clinical oral health care services, health promotion and preventive educational programs. You will examine and chart oral conditions, assess periodontal status, analyzes and interpret client's/patient's condition to develop a client/patient centered diagnosis/assessment and treatment plan. You will provide public education regarding oral health. You will develop and provide in-service and training sessions; dental screening and preventive dental services to schools and participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of oral health programs.

• Classification: Dental Hygienist
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Community Oral Health
• Primary Location: North Hill Community Health
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.60
• Posting End Date: 14-NOV-2022
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 24-NOV-2022
• Temporary End Date: 30-JUN-2023
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 1
• Shifts per cycle: 3
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $37.80
• Maximum Salary: $50.26
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

Active or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Dental Hygienists of Alberta (CRDHA). Additional Required Qualifications:

Proven ability and desire to consistently demonstrate and model the AHS Values to promote a safe, productive and healthy work environment. Minimum 2 years' experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Preference will be given to applicants with recent community health dental program experience. Experience working with young children, older adults, diverse cultures, and marginalized populations. Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as an effective member of a dental health team and with allied professionals. Proven interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a wide variety of people in a health care environment with professionalism and respect. Ability to communicate effectively with clients of varied backgrounds and needs. Demonstrated ability to be attentive to detail. Demonstrated ability to keep records and information confidential, understanding legal requirements and how to secure information w when transferring. Strong written and verbal communication skills in the English language. Well-developed organizational and time management skills. Ability to proficiently use basic computer systems - email, Microsoft programs. Maintains optimal Infection Prevention and Control. Current knowledge of dental hygiene standards and treatment practices; maintains continuing competence program as set out by the CRDHA. Preferred Qualifications:

Experience providing preventive services such as fluoride varnish applications and pit and fissure sealants is preferred. Work experience in a school environment or child-care centre is an asset. Work experience in a continuing care environment is an asset. Familiarity with various dental service providers/coverage - e.g., Alberta Works, Calgary Dental Treatment Clinics, local offices and organizations supporting access to dental care. Experience with Meditech an asset.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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