Public Health Dental Hygienist

7 days ago

Sydney NS, Cape Breton County, NS; Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full-time

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.