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Duties Provide advanced prophylactic, periodontal, and preventive oral care for patients of all ... Serve as principal advisor for dental health promotion and disease prevention efforts across the ...

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How much do oral health promotion jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for oral health promotion in the United States is $73,860.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $81,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is oral health promotion?

Oral health promotion refers to initiatives and strategies aimed at improving oral hygiene and preventing dental diseases within communities. It involves educating individuals about proper brushing and flossing techniques, healthy eating habits, the importance of regular dental check-ups, and reducing risk factors such as tobacco use. Oral health promotion is often carried out by public health professionals, dental hygienists, and educators in schools, clinics, and community centers to encourage good oral practices and improve overall well-being.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in oral health promotion, and why are they important?

To thrive in Oral Health Promotion, you need a background in dental hygiene or public health, often supported by a relevant degree or certification. Familiarity with oral health education materials, data collection tools, and community outreach software is typically required. Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and organizational skills help build trust and effectively engage diverse populations. These capabilities are vital for designing impactful programs and improving oral health outcomes in communities.

What are some of the main challenges faced by professionals working in oral health promotion, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Oral Health Promotion often encounter challenges such as engaging diverse communities, overcoming misconceptions about oral hygiene, and navigating limited resources for public education campaigns. Building trust and tailoring programs to the cultural and linguistic needs of each community can help improve outreach effectiveness. Collaboration with local schools, healthcare providers, and community organizations is also key to expanding impact and addressing barriers to care.

What is the difference between Oral Health Promotion vs Dental Hygienist?

AspectOral Health PromotionDental Hygienist
CredentialsHealth promotion certifications, public health degreesDental hygiene license, certifications
Work EnvironmentCommunity programs, schools, public health settingsDental clinics, private practices
Employer & IndustryPublic health agencies, NGOs, educational institutionsDental offices, clinics

Oral Health Promotion focuses on educating communities and populations about oral health, often working in public health settings. Dental Hygienists provide direct patient care, cleaning teeth and assisting dentists. While both roles promote oral health, they differ in work environment, credentials, and daily tasks.

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Infographic showing various Oral Health Promotion job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,860 per year, or $35.5 per hour.

UNIV - Dental Hygienist - Community Oral Health Integration Navigator, Orangeburg County (Travel ...

Medical University of South Carolina

Orangeburg, SC

$36.50 - $48/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Center for Rural Oral Health Research & Community Engagement's Community Oral Health Integration Navigator (COIN) will be based in the Charleston Regional Health Network counties of Orangeburg, Bamberg, Barnwell, and Calhoun Counties. The COIN will deliver preventive dental hygiene services under public health supervision by the South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH). Prevention services authorized under public health supervision include oral health screenings, education, fluoride applications, sealants (for children), prophylaxis, and referral management. Additionally, the COIN will work with MUSC primary care teams in rural health clinic settings, delivering preventive services. The positions will also work facilitate referrals to dental services, and provide support and coaching on integrating oral health practices to deliver oral health interprofessional care such as risk assessments and fluoride varnish applications. The role also entails development and participation in community-based outreach initiatives such as health fairs, screening events, and other health promotion activities to promote oral health awareness and access to care. The position will be responsible for developing and continuously strengthening professional partnerships with local referral partners and project partners.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Research Grant

Cost Center

CC003861 CDM Biomedical Research

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

University-CLN08


Pay Range

52,800.00 - 71,300.00 - 89,800.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

20

Work Shift

Job Description

Job Description:

  • 25% Provide preventive hygiene services, under public health supervision, including oral health screening, education, fluoride applications, sealants, prophylaxis, and referral management with dental practices for treatment care.

  • 20% Provide care coordination services, identifying patient needs, and reviewing patient health history.

  • 15% Provide support and coaching for primary care teams and public health program teams on what they can do within their scopes of practices to deliver oral health interprofessional care such as risk assessments and fluoride varnish applications.

  • 10% Develop and continue to strengthen professional relationships and partnerships with local referral partners and project partners.

  • 10% Participate in quality improvement activities that facilitate the adoption of oral health interprofessional care in primary care practices and other public health settings, including but not limited to data collection, analyzing data and information, and coordinating team meetings.

  • 10% Develop/or participate in community-based outreach initiatives such as health fairs, screening events, and other health promotion activities as needed.

  • 10% Performs administrative duties including but not limited to managing supplies and inventory, progress reporting on grants, participating in academic and continuing education training programs, and attending community meetings. Provide all care in conjunction with accepted professional dental practices and standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least one year of professional experience

  • Experience collaborating with health professionals and community partners to address oral health needs and expand access to care.

  • Active licensure by the South Carolina State Board of Dentistry

  • Certification in Basic Life Support

  • An associate degree in dental hygiene

  • Bachelor's degree or relevant public health experience (e.g., work in community health centers)

Department Preferences:

An Associates degree in dental hygiene and licensure by the South Carolina State Board of Dentistry. Certification in Radiation Safety, Certification to Monitor Nitrous Oxide, Certification to Administer Infiltration Anesthesia and Certification in Basic Life Support. Possess comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of modern oral hygiene and periodontal care.

MUSC Physical Requirements:

(Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift)

Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Infrequent)
Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Frequent)
Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
Ability to work from elevated areas. (Infrequent)
Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent)
Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent)
Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent)
Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent)
Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)
Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders.
Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous)
Ability to lift and carry 50# , unassisted.
Ability to lift/carry patients to 350# (+/-), assisted.
Ability to lift objects from floor level to height of 36 inches, to 50#, unassisted.
Ability to lower objects, to 50#, from height of 36 inches, unassisted.
Ability to push/pull objects to 350#(+/-), unassisted.
Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous)
Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous)
Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous)
Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet.
Must be ambidextrous.
Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually.

Additional New Requirements:
Computer literacy.
Ability to work rotating shifts.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Ability to learn and use new processes, tools, equipment as required

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and three years experience or training within the specific work area. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50# , unassisted. Ability to lift/carry patients to 350# (+/-), assisted. Ability to lift objects from floor level to height of 36 inches, to 50#, unassisted. Ability to lower objects, to 50#, from height of 36 inches, unassisted. Ability to push/pull objects to 350#(+/-), unassisted. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Additional New Requirements: Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools, equipment as required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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