full-time 2 months ago
Dental Hygienist Assistant
KENTUCKY PUBLIC HEALTH
806 Seaton Avenue, Greenup, KY, 41144
7.25 - 50.00/hr
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Job Description
Advertisement Closes:
07/31/2026 12:00 AM
Pay Grade:
Non-Merit Grade
Salary:
$7.25 - $50.00 Hourly
Time Type:
Full time
Health Department:
Pennyrile District Health Department
Summary:
If you have any questions or would like any more information about this job posting please contact Kimberly Gaines at kimberly.gaines@ky.gov.
Description:
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Works under the Local Health Department to provide preventative oral health services
Operate within the structure of state dental practice acts
Address social, environmental, and health literacy issues
Provide effective dental health education
Help people develop goals to improve their oral health
Coordinate care
Help patients navigate the complexities of the healthcare system
Provide appropriate clinical services as needed
Monitors the delivery and outcome of services
Stay informed of changes to dental insurance and healthcare systems
Completes documentation as required (Computer literacy required)
Participates in staff community and statewide workgroup meetings
Performs related work as required
Coordinate and perform community events as directed: Back-to-School events, Oral Health Education events, etc.
KNOWLEDGES SKILLS AND ABILITES:
Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team
Ability to exercise judgment and sensitivity when investigating the background of patients and determining their needs
Ability to maintain confidential materials
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to operate office equipment (e.g., computer software, telephone, interpreter phones, copier, fax, and other electronic communication methods)
Ability to gather and analyze data
Must be able to work independently on assigned tasks
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or its equivalent (required)
Prior experience in dental assisting will be given preference
Must be willing to obtain and maintain a Community Health Worker Certificate
Previous work experience participating in community outreach, conducting health promotion activities, or assisting patients with navigating the healthcare system, in a community health or social services setting. (preferred)
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
07/31/2026 12:00 AM
Pay Grade:
Non-Merit Grade
Salary:
$7.25 - $50.00 Hourly
Time Type:
Full time
Health Department:
Pennyrile District Health Department
Summary:
If you have any questions or would like any more information about this job posting please contact Kimberly Gaines at kimberly.gaines@ky.gov.
Description:
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Works under the Local Health Department to provide preventative oral health services
Operate within the structure of state dental practice acts
Address social, environmental, and health literacy issues
Provide effective dental health education
Help people develop goals to improve their oral health
Coordinate care
Help patients navigate the complexities of the healthcare system
Provide appropriate clinical services as needed
Monitors the delivery and outcome of services
Stay informed of changes to dental insurance and healthcare systems
Completes documentation as required (Computer literacy required)
Participates in staff community and statewide workgroup meetings
Performs related work as required
Coordinate and perform community events as directed: Back-to-School events, Oral Health Education events, etc.
KNOWLEDGES SKILLS AND ABILITES:
Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team
Ability to exercise judgment and sensitivity when investigating the background of patients and determining their needs
Ability to maintain confidential materials
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to operate office equipment (e.g., computer software, telephone, interpreter phones, copier, fax, and other electronic communication methods)
Ability to gather and analyze data
Must be able to work independently on assigned tasks
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or its equivalent (required)
Prior experience in dental assisting will be given preference
Must be willing to obtain and maintain a Community Health Worker Certificate
Previous work experience participating in community outreach, conducting health promotion activities, or assisting patients with navigating the healthcare system, in a community health or social services setting. (preferred)
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
About KENTUCKY PUBLIC HEALTH
Greenup County Health Department (GCHD) is a trusted source for family health needs in Greenup, Kentucky. They offer a wide range of services including immunizations, family planning, dental programs, and community health initiatives.
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