Public Health Dental Hygienist
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Shape oral health initiatives as a Public Health Dental Hygienist in Eastern Zone, Prime Brook, using community engagement and health equity approaches.
Reporting to the Manager, Healthy Communities, this permanent part-time position supports population health and reduces oral health inequities. You will collaborate with consultants, school communities, childcare facilities, municipalities, and Healthy Communities colleagues. Evidence-informed strategies guide program, policy, partnership, and advocacy work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead oral health initiatives across local communities
- Develop and implement oral health programs and policies
- Build coalitions, partnerships, and volunteer participation
- Assess community oral health using formal and informal methods
- Advocate for policy and system changes
Requirements:
- Dental Hygiene diploma and bachelor's degree
- Current provincial licensure with RDH or DH designation
- Experience planning and evaluating oral health initiatives
- Ability to conduct assessments and analysis
- First Aid/CPR certification
Bring oral health leadership, partnership development, assessment, and advocacy skills to Nova Scotia Health's Healthy Communities Team.