Dental Hygienist

Salary : $63,460.80 - $72,979.92 Annually Location : Winston-Salem, NC Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 08595 Department: Public Health Division: Administration Opening Date: 12/05/2025 Closing Date: 12/15/2025 11:59 PM Eastern General Statement of Duties Forsyth County Department of Public Health is seeking a licensed and experienced dental hygienist to provide clinical services to at risk populations on-site at the Cleveland Avenue Dental Center. Services include dental prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, dental radiographs, application of fluoride, oral hygiene education, entering dental treatment plans from dentist's exam, and maintaining clinical records. Distinguishing Features The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Considerable knowledge of and skill in the application of the techniques of dental hygiene. Ability to secure the cooperation of the patient and to elicit required information. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, and to interpret and maintain records and reports. Ability to deal tactfully with the public and to exercise good judgement in appraising situations and making decisions. Ability to work with other professional and support personnel in the performance of duties typical of the dental hygienist and assisting with other duties which may be of lesser complexity. Minimum Education and Experience Graduation from an accredited two-year program of Dental Hygiene and licensed to practice as a Dental Hygienist in North Carolina. A valid NC Drivers License is required. Experience in public health dentistry or designation as a Public Health Dental Hygienist by the NC Oral Health Section is preferred, but training is available to motivated candidates. Bilingual (Spanish) is not required but preferred. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Screens patients for dental problems and to perform initial assessments. Exposes and processes X-rays and performs oral prophylaxis, scaling and root planning. Assists dentists as necessary. Administers sealants and fluoride treatments as necessary. Discusses treatments with parents of minor and pre-school children and follows up with parents. Provides information to patients and schools regarding basic dental hygiene and education. Instructs on implementing tooth brushing programs, the importance of prenatal brushing and participation in community activities regarding general dental health. Maintains records of screenings, follow up and referrals. Prepares regularly scheduled reports of activities. Maintains all supplies and inventory. Click to view information. Click to view information. These links do not apply to positions that are Part Time, no benefits. 01 The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview.By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions. Yes I understand and agree No I do not agree 02 Did you graduate from an accredited two-year program of Dental Hygiene? Yes No 03 Are you currently licensed as a Dental Hygienist in the State of North Carolina? Yes No 04 If you answered yes to the previous question, what is your license number? If you answered no to the previous question, enter N/A. 05 How many years of experience do you have working as a Dental Hygienist in a Dental Office or Clinic? No experience Less than 6 months 6 months to 1 year 1 to 2 years 2 to 4 years More than 4 years 06 Do you have experience working with a local health department or local government? Yes No 07 Have you ever been denied a dental hygiene license or faced action by the dental board in any state? Yes No 08 Do you have a current CPR certification? Yes No 09 Please rate your level of proficiency using electronic dental record software. Beginner Intermediate Advanced Expert 10 Are you bilingual (English/ Spanish)? Yes No Required Question