Public Health Dental Hygienists lead oral health initiatives across Eastern Zone, using community engagement and partnership development to improve population health.
Nova Scotia Health seeks a Dental Hygienist for its Healthy Communities Team in Prime Brook. This permanent part-time position supports oral health programs, policies, and services through evidence-informed strategies. The role works with consultants, school communities, childcare facilities, municipalities, and other partners while applying a health equity approach.
Key Responsibilities: Lead oral health initiatives across Eastern Zone communities
Develop and implement oral health programs and policies
Build partnerships, coalitions, and cooperative working relationships




Assess community oral health using formal and informal methods
Advocate for policy and system change
Requirements: Diploma in Dental Hygiene and bachelor's degree
Current provincial licensure and RDH or DH designation
Experience planning, implementing, and evaluating oral health initiatives
Proficiency in Public Health and LEADS core competencies
First Aid and CPR certification
Apply oral health expertise, assessment skills, and health equity principles as a Public Health Dental Hygienist.

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📌 Public Health Dental Hygienist (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Nova Scotia Health
📍 Nova Scotia