Location: CHA Windsor Street Care Center
Work Days: Tues, Thurs, Plus
Category: Professional and Management
Department: Public Health Administration
Job Type: PT20Plus HPW
Work Shift: Day
Hours/Week: 20.00
Union: No
Union Name: Non Union

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION: Summary:
The Cambridge Healthy Smiles Operations Specialist will support all aspects of the Cambridge Healthy Smiles Program as needed by the manager. Will participate as a teacher of the Cambridge Healthy Smiles Oral Health Education curriculum module during the school year in Cambridge Public School classrooms. Participates as a screener/recorder in the Oral Health Screenings in the Cambridge Public Schools and assist with the coordination and running of the sessions as needed by the manager. Assists manager in ensuring an efficient referral network to support the oral health needs of children participating in the program. Maintains the program's healthy relationship with the school nurses, family liaisons, and community dentists. Supports community outreach opportunities to the program participants in to reach the Cambridge families to improve oral health awareness to improve overall health.

Responsibilities:

• Participate as a dental hygiene screener and recorder in CPS dental screenings.
• Assist with Dental Screenings logistics preparation- screenings schedules, parent opt-out forms, oral health education schedules, screening supply needs, dental care referral follow-up with school nurses, and community dentists. Arrange for language interpreters when necessary.
• Participate as a dental hygiene oral health education CPS classroom teacher
• Assist with Oral Health Classroom Lesson preparation- classroom schedules, education prop materials, student supplies.
• Assist with maintaining the database of dental screening results and follow-ups. Able to work with the Epidemiology Department on data projects to reach program goals.
• Assist with maintaining and enhancing working relationships with area Dental Hygiene Schools, Dental Schools, and community programs.
• Participate in community events and CPHD events as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Other information:

• Education/Training: Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program, BS degree required
• Language: Bilingual ability preferred. Fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, or Haitian Creole desirable
• Licensure: Massachusetts. Dental Hygiene License, CPR Certificate

Work Experience:
3-5 years’ experience in the dental field.
Experience working in a multidisciplinary setting.
Experience teaching children.
Experience in public health or community setting is strongly preferred.
Computer skills are essential. Experience with data collection preferred.

Keyword: Dental Hygienist

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.

Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.


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