Apply at: https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/CHFS/job/Purchase-District-LHD—Tax-Allocation-Arrangement/Dentist-for-School-Dental-Program_JR-10000603

Purchase District Health Department is hiring for a Dentist, part time or full time. $85/hr starting. 5% increase at 6 mos. Employment of at least 1200 hours has full benefits.  Schedule will follow school schedule and services will be provided at school sites in a Dental Mobile Unit. Dentist will provide services in conjunction with our in school public health dental hygiene program, Floss and Gloss, to provide restorative care to patients typically k-12^th grade. Dental Hygienist team will provide cleanings and refer to dentist for restoration.

Responsibilities:

• Patient Care:

• Conducting routine dental examinations and screenings for students.

• Diagnosing and treating common dental problems, such as cavities, infections, and injuries.

• Providing basic restorative care, including fillings and simple extractions.

• Educating students and parents on proper oral hygiene practices and preventative care.

• Referring students to specialists when necessary.

• Maintaining accurate and confidential patient records.

• Collaborating with school staff, including teachers, counselors, and nurses, to address students’ oral health needs.

• Program Implementation:

• Developing and implementing the school’s dental program, including screening protocols, treatment plans, and educational materials.

• Participating in school events and activities related to oral health.

• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

• Education and Outreach:

• Providing oral health education to students, teachers, and parents.

• Conducting presentations and workshops on topics such as brushing techniques, nutrition, and the importance of regular dental checkups.

• Creating and distributing educational materials, such as posters, brochures, and handouts.

Qualifications:

• Education:

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) degree from an accredited dental school.

• Valid dental license in the state of practice.

• Experience:

• Experience in a clinical setting, particularly with a diverse patient population, is preferred.

• Experience in a school setting or working with children is a plus.

• Skills:

• Strong clinical skills in general dentistry.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teaching skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Knowledge of oral health principles and best practices.

• Familiarity with dental software and electronic health records systems.

• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION: https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/CHFS/job/Purchase-District-LHD—Tax-Allocation-Arrangement/Contracted-Dental-Hygienist_JR-10000266

The Public Health Registered Dental Hygienist is a contracted partial-year position. Hours worked per year are 1500 hours. This is a full benefit position. There is a 5% increase at successful completion of 6 mos. Starting rate is $30.00

PROVIDER CREDENTIALS:  Contracted Employee will obtain and maintain licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist AND certification as a “Public Health Registered Dental Hygienist” throughout the terms of the contract.  Specific standards of licensure can be found in KRS 313 and 201 KAR 8:562.  It is not essential that this RDH have the certification before the contract begins, but must provide evidence of such before any preventive dental service can be provided.

SCOPE OF WORK:  The position will provide primary preventive dental services to the populations identified by the contracting local health department. Floss and Gloss provides preventative dental services in the school setting for grades K-12.  The preventative appointment includes a dental assessment, cleaning, fluoride varnish, and sealants when applicable. This program is not designed to replace a regular dentist. The purpose of this program is to provide children with access to dental care and establish them with a dental home.

Additional responsibilities are at the discretion of the local health department and are as assigned.

The Dental Hygienist will be provided benefits including health and life insurance, sick leave and annual leave in accordance with 902 KAR 8:120 for the pay periods worked, enrollment in the Kentucky Employee Retirement System for the pay periods worked. The Dental Hygienist will be eligible for holiday pay when it is a LHD holiday. When a school holiday occurs that is not a LHD holiday, the employee may request annual leave. The Dental Hygienist will be reimbursed for travel use in accordance with local health department’s policies and procedures.

https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/CHFS/job/Purchase-District-LHD—Tax-Allocation-Arrangement/Health-Educator_JR-10000529

Health Educator

Closes 03/10/2025.  primary location in McCracken. Full benefits.

Compensation Grade

• Grade 15 | $18.07 – $26.86

Job Description Summary

Orients core functions and essential services to the local health department, assists in the identification of community health needs, participates in health education program planning, promotes positive health behaviors and works to reduce or eliminate health risk behaviors, documents services provided in a professional manner and maintains confidentiality. Participates in the health education evaluation process, communicates effectively, develops and implements a plan of continued professional growth and development.

• CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS

CHARACTERISTICS OF A CLASS: ARE GENERAL STATEMENTS INDICATING THE LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY AND DISCRETION OF POSITIONS IN THAT JOB CLASSIFICATION. 

• Orients core functions and essential services to the local health department, assists in the identification of community health needs, participates in health education program planning, promotes positive health behaviors and works to reduce or eliminate health risk behaviors, documents services provided in a professional manner and maintains confidentiality. Participates in the health education evaluation process, communicates effectively, develops and implements a plan of continued professional growth and development.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ARE COMPREHENSIVE STATEMENTS OF THE MINIMUM BACKGROUND AS TO EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS WHICH WILL BE REQUIRED IN ALL CASES AS EVIDENCE OF AN APPOINTEE’S ABILITY TO PERFORM THE WORK PROPERLY.

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor’s degree.

EXPERIENCE:

• (None)
• Additional Job Description

Additional Job Description

SUBSTITUTION CLAUSE

EDUCATION:

• (N/A)

EXPERIENCE:

• (None)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.)

• (None)

POST EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: EMPLOYEES IN THIS CLASS WILL BE REQUIRED TO OBTAIN CREDENTIALS OUTLINED BELOW WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, OR IF EMPLOYEES POSSESS SUCH CREDENTIALS AT THE TIME OF HIRE THEY WILL BE REQUIRED TO MAINTAIN THOSE CREDENTIALS SO LONG AS THEY ARE EMPLOYED IN THIS CAPACITY.

• (None)

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CLASSIFICATION: EXAMPLES OF DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS DESCRIBING WHAT THE DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES OF ANY POSITION SHALL BE AND ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS LIMITING THE APPOINTING AUTHORITY’S ABILITY TO ADD TO, OR OTHERWISE ALTER THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A POSITION.

• Attends orientation sessions to develop an understanding of the role of the clinic in health assessment problems, meets with members of the community to establish a working relationship, becomes familiar with available community resources, assists in exchanging information with various organizations and agencies concerning health needs of the community, assists in assembling materials to be utilized, gathers health information for the public relative to the specialized programs, distributes health education materials by a variety of methods, provides services according to the guidelines set by the Core Clinical Service Guide/Administrative Reference (CCSG/AR), participates as a team member, having a basic understanding of the team process, demonstrates an awareness of public service announcements (PSA) and assists in writing public service announcements for radio and television, submits written material to assigned supervisor for approval, determines working contacts with radio, TV and newspaper personnel. Collects and analyzes data for health program needs.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS AND UNIQUE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: INCUMBENTS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL TYPICALLY PERFORM THEIR PRIMARY JOB DUTIES UNDER THESE CONDITIONS. THESE CONDITIONS MAY CHANGE ON OCCASION IN PERFORMING THE DUTIES OF AN INDIVIDUAL POSITION.

• Work typically is spent inside the office or in a community setting.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check according to the agency’s policies.

DATE CLASS ESTABLISHED: 07-01-2006

DATE OF LAST REVISION: 10-03-2022

THE LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, AGE, DISABILITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, ANCESTRY OR VETERAN STATUS. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE PROVIDED UPON REQUEST.

The Purchase District Health Department is accepting applications for a full time Support Services Associate I. Fulton

https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/CHFS/job/Fulton_Fulton-City-County-Health-Center/Support-Services-Associate-Fulton-City_JR-10000533

General Duties include:  This position serves under the direction of the Support Services Supervisor.  Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:  Route and direct the public to the right and correct information, prepare routine letters, labels and other appropriate material, maintain medical records and files, collect and record fees obtained to ensure completeness and accuracy, enter information from the Patient Encounter Forms (PEF) Outcome or Assessment Information Set (OASIS), generate and issue Woman Infant and Children (WIC) vouchers, request and review routine reports, order inventory and office supplies. Gather information from patients and insurance. Use the Environmental Health Management Information System (EHMIS), Provide certificates for services rendered in environmental, generate and issue all permits and applications, request and reviews relevant reports for completeness, complete forms containing all pertinent information for processing.

Minimum Education, Training or Experience:  High School Diploma or GED.

Starting Salary:  $13.50-$16.79/hr negotiable with additional experience.  Grade 10

Apply at https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/CHFS/job/Fulton_Fulton-City-County-Health-Center/Support-Services-Associate-Fulton-City_JR-10000533 Completed application must be submitted by (03/12/2025). Transcripts must be provided before the close date if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience. Transcripts must list the degree awarded.  Qualified applicants/employees are subject to a pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing.  Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check.  Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Additional Job Description

  Additional Job Description

  SUBSTITUTION CLAUSE

  EDUCATION:

  • (N/A)

  EXPERIENCE:

  • (N/A)

  SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.)

  • Must be 18 years of age. Must have telephone accessibility. Must have reliable transportation and valid Driver’s License. Criminal background check.

  POST EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: EMPLOYEES IN THIS CLASS WILL BE REQUIRED TO OBTAIN CREDENTIALS OUTLINED BELOW WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, OR IF EMPLOYEES POSSESS SUCH CREDENTIALS AT THE TIME OF HIRE THEY WILL BE REQUIRED TO MAINTAIN THOSE CREDENTIALS SO LONG AS THEY ARE EMPLOYED IN THIS CAPACITY.

  • On the job training requirements needed within 6 months of hire in order to advance: HANDS home visitor core training (Must be completed before family contact can occur), HANDS wrap-around required training (Specific topical areas checklist), CPR Certification, Working knowledge of geographic area and or ability to locate participants and community resources with use of maps, contacts, and directions provided.

  EXAMPLES OF DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CLASSIFICATION: EXAMPLES OF DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS DESCRIBING WHAT THE DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES OF ANY POSITION SHALL BE AND ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS LIMITING THE APPOINTING AUTHORITY’S ABILITY TO ADD TO, OR OTHERWISE ALTER THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A POSITION.

  • Conduct initial home visit following Parent Visitor assessment with first time parent/s and or families to establish rapport and planning for providing services as qualified by the provider. Provide regular planned visits to establish a trusting relationship for voluntary eligible HANDS participant/s to assist first time parent/s and or families with child development, parenting skills, health services and other needed resources identified at assessment or during visits. Facilitate families in securing of prenatal/child health services, referrals, and appointments with other supportive agencies. Document case records, home visit logs accurately on each contact, progress, service need and completes reports as required. Maintain confidentiality of program information obtained from home visit/s and exchanged while communicating with community and support service providers. Confer with Program Coordinator and/or Supervisor in cases involving potential collaboration with other service providers.

  TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS AND UNIQUE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: INCUMBENTS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL TYPICALLY PERFORM THEIR PRIMARY JOB DUTIES UNDER THESE CONDITIONS. THESE CONDITIONS MAY CHANGE ON OCCASION IN PERFORMING THE DUTIES OF AN INDIVIDUAL POSITION.

  • Work is spent primarily inside the clinic or community setting.

  ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • May be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check according to the agency’s policies.

  DATE CLASS ESTABLISHED: 09-25-2002

  DATE OF LAST REVISION: 10-03-2022

  THE LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, AGE, DISABILITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, ANCESTRY OR VETERAN STATUS. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE PROVIDED UPON REQUEST.

Apply at https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/CHFS/job/Paducah-McCracken-County-Health-Center/HANDS-Specialist_JR-10000057

The Purchase District Health Department is accepting applications for a FT HANDS Specialist I

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

General Duties include:  This position serves under the direction of the Director or other appropriate coordinator/supervisor assigned.  Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to; Conduct parent visit assessment/survey within 30 days of receiving, after review of prenatal or birth records from the hospital or clinic, to determine eligibility for early childhood education and family support services of infants and toddlers from birth up to three (3) years of age.  Conduct interviews to promote outreach activities in family homes or community setting to educate parents in coping techniques and to take an active role in accessing resources or assistance with referrals for appropriate education and nutrition of their child.  May develop and distribute informational materials that meet program guidelines. Keeps accurate logs of service visits, schedules and charting, prepare reports and analyses set forth in Health Access Nurturing Development Services (HANDS) program policy and guidelines. Interpret laws, regulations, policies and procedures and provide administrative assistance or guidance to departmental staff, which may include but is not limited to; monitor, evaluate and participate in modifications regarding program requirements.  Review records and reports submitted by program requests or agency staff and ensure compliance with federal and state law regulation and policies.  May conduct ongoing home visitation on an as needed basis.

Minimum Education, Training or Experience:  Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Nursing, Early Childhood Education

OR

Bachelor’s Degree in Social or Behavioral Science or related field with one (1) year experience performing case management services

Substitution for Education:

Associate Degree in Nursing with licensure in Kentucky or compact state and two (2) years of public health experience.

Special Program Requirements:  Meets education requirement per 902 KAR 4:120.

Starting Salary:  $17.04-$21.19/hr negotiable with additional experience.  5% increase at successful completion of 6 mos probationary period. Grade 14

Full time, full benefits, paid holidays. 37.5hour work week.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION: Download the Application fillable and submit by email to kkrolikowski@purchasehealth.org. 

Description

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE WORK

Under close supervision, performs patient-related dental work.
Responsible for providing public health dental services in school locations for PDHD.

Examples of Duties

EXAMPLES OF THE WORK (These statements are intended to be illustrations of the work of this class.)

Cleans patients’ teeth.
Charts patients’ conditions for diagnosis and treatment by the dentist.
Applies medicaments to the teeth and oral tissue, removes sutures, and places sealants on affected area, as directed by the dentist.
Sterilizes instruments by appropriate techniques.
Performs routine maintenance on dental equipment.
Reviews patient health history for completeness and accuracy and records treatment provided.
Provides oral hygiene instructions and uses appropriate techniques to motivate patient to improve and maintain oral health.
Provides dietary counseling and develops individualized oral hygiene program for patient’s home care.
Participates, as necessary, in meetings, seminars and initiatives.
Adheres to standard precautions.
Performs related work as required.

Minimum Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Graduation from an accredited two-year dental hygiene program.
Must obtain CPR certification by the end of the probationary period and maintain certification throughout employment.

License to practice public health dental hygiene in the State of Kentucky within 2mos of hire date.
Must be available to work a varied schedule, PRN.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Responds to patient and PDHD needs via telephone, internet, fax, computer software and in person.

Spends extended periods of time sitting, standing, walking, climbing, stooping, bending, and reaching.

Identifies medical/dental record documentation, requests, and/or releases.

Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE), as mandated by OSHA and/or PDHD.

PRN; rate of pay is $30.00 per hour.