Public Health Dental Hygienist
West Central District Health Department·North Platte, Nebraska
West Central District Health Department·North Platte, Nebraska
The role focuses on providing preventive dental services, including screenings and sealants, to the community. It involves collaborating with partners to implement evidence-based best practices and strategic public health objectives.
This position can be full-time or part-time and will work to complete the strategic objectives of the department. Key strategies include collaboration with partners and the community, a commitment to Community Health Improvement, and dedication to implementing evidence-based best practices. The Public Health Dental Hygienist develops relationships with community partners to provide preventive dental education, screenings, varnishes, prophylaxis, and sealants.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Essential
FUNCTIONS: Models the organization’s mission, values, and activities, and aligns work with the goals and objectives of the organization’s strategic plan. Attends/participates in any meetings as requested or required and represents WCDHD professionally with any internal or external partners. Maintains an overall understanding of the operations, programs and services of WCDHD; the 10 Essential Public Health Services and Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) domains, standards, and measures. Incorporates health literacy best practices and tools into organizational activities and communications. Demonstrates sound judgment, and effective decision-making; behaves ethically and honestly; treats all individuals with fairness, respect, and professionalism; fosters trust in professional relationships; uses resources effectively; and accepts responsibility for decisions and actions. Ability to review, analyze, and interpret policies, guidance, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and professional written materials, including reports, policies, grants, and business correspondence. Ability to establish and maintain effective and productive working relationships with public and private organizations, practices, partnerships, and programs within the community Provide preventive dental education, screenings, varnishes, prophylaxis, and sealants Other duties as assigned.
Candidates must be experienced in dental hygiene and capable of interpreting federal, state, and local regulations. Strong professional writing and relationship-building skills are required to work with public and private organizations.
Market context
Dental assistant roles in Nebraska are commonly tied to steady patient volume in general and specialty practices, with oral surgery settings often looking for candidates who can support fast-paced clinical workflows. This type of role is competitive when employers want BLS certification, prior oral surgery experience, and credentials such as DAANCE or a dental assistant license. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review details like dental, vision, PTO, HSA, and EAP coverage faster before applying.
