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Dental Hygienist - Part-Time

Reports to: Dental Director

Location: Johns Island, SC 29455

Position Summary

The Dental Hygienist is responsible for providing preventive dental care, periodontal therapy, patient education, and clinical support while promoting optimal oral health. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care in a professional and collaborative environment, alongside the Dental Director. This position also requires one to perform examinations of the oral cavity, head and neck for signs of oral disease or any abnormalities, taking x-rays, applying fluoride and sealants, and assisting the Dental Director as needed in the clinical setting.

Job Duties:

Preventive and Clinical Care

Perform dental cleanings (prophylaxis) and periodontal maintenance procedures.
Conduct comprehensive periodontal assessments and document findings.
Perform scaling and root planning as indicated.
Take and interpret dental radiographs within the scope of practice.
Conduct oral cancer screenings and assess overall oral health conditions.
Apply fluoride treatments, sealants, and other preventive therapies as appropriate.
Administer local anesthesia when permitted by licensure and state regulations.
Clean calculus deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums using dental instruments and cavitrons.
Collaborate with Dental Director in treatment planning and care of patients.
Work with Dental Director in providing excellent quality care.

Patient Education

Educate patients regarding oral hygiene techniques, home care recommendations, and preventive practices.
Explain treatment recommendations and encourage patient compliance with care plans.
Promote overall oral health and wellness.

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate and timely patient records, charting, and treatment documentation.
Review and update medical histories at each visit.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, CDC, and state regulatory requirements.
Obtain records and reviews of patient medical histories. Charts conditions of decay, periodontal
disease and any other disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist.

Infection Control & Equipment Maintenance

Follow sterilization and infection-control procedures for instruments and equipment.
Maintain treatment rooms and clinical areas in a clean, organized, and safe conditions.
Maintains dental equipment and sharpens and sterilizes dental instruments according to the
Standard of Care.
Assist dental team in recording Eyewash Station logs and spore/water testing.
Monitor dental supplies and report equipment or supply needs.

Additional Responsibilities

Maintain current professional licensure and continuing education requirements.
Support practice goals related to patient satisfaction, clinical quality, and operational efficiency.
Perform other duties as assigned to support patient care and office operations.

Education / Certifications:

Associate or bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene from an accredited program.
Current South Carolina Dental Hygienist license in good standing
Current CPR/BLS certification
Local anesthesia administration license is a must.

Qualifications

Clinical Skills

Comprehensive periodontal assessment
Prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance; Application of fluoride and sealants
Scaling and root planing
Dental radiography; Documentation and treatment planning support
Oral cancer screening
Knowledge of dental hygiene practices, periodontal disease management, and preventive Dentistry
Proficiency in dental radiography and electronic dental records
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and OSHA regulations.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Patient education and preventive care counseling

Technical Skills

Electronic dental records management
Dental charting
Infection prevention and sterilization protocols
Knowledge of OSHA, CDC, and state regulatory requirements
Use of dental hygiene instruments and equipment

Interpersonal Skills

Exceptional customer service
Strong communication and active listening skills
Compassionate patient care
Professionalism and emotional intelligence
Ability to build trust and rapport with patients and team members.
Time management and attention to detail

FLSA Status: Exempt, part time employee, 3 days per week

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Work is performed in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful, professional office environment with moderate noise levels.
Position requires team members to effectively use a computer at a workstation for long periods of time and to accommodate potentially frequent interruptions.
Must be able to lift 15 – 25 pounds.

Schedule:

Core business hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00am to 4:30pm with a lunch break from 12pm to 1pm. A flexible schedule may be considered.
Part-time position 3 days per week (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday) from 8:00am – 4:30pm with a one-hour lunch break.
Additional hours may be needed during organizational events, which may require an adjusted work schedule.

Salary Range:

$41 to $48/hr for Hygienist for 3 days/wk

Development & Stewardship Coordinator

Reports to: Director of Advancement
Location: Primarily Johns Island, SC
Salary: $40,000-$50,000/year

Job Description

The Development & Stewardship Coordinator works closely with the Director of Advancement to support donor stewardship, fundraising operations, development communications, and administrative coordination for the organization. This role plays a critical part in ensuring donors, sponsors, and community supporters experience meaningful, timely, and professional engagement with the organization.

The Development & Stewardship Coordinator is responsible for maintaining the integrity of donor records and gift processing, coordinating acknowledgments and stewardship touchpoints, supporting donor communications, assisting with fundraising campaigns and events, and helping ensure smooth day-to-day development operations.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, relational, and service-oriented with strong communication skills and a passion for mission-driven work.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred in communications, nonprofit management, marketing, business administration, or related field
Experience: 1–3 years of experience in nonprofit development, donor relations, administrative support, customer service, communications, or database management preferred.
Equivalent experience will also be considered.

Qualifications/Skills

Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines simultaneously
Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and integrity when handling confidential donor information
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Professional Suite
Experience with CharityProud or similar CRM/database platforms preferred
Familiarity with Canva, email marketing platforms, and donor communication tools preferred
Self-motivated with the ability to anticipate needs and follow through independently
Commitment to high-quality work, professionalism, and donor-centered service

Core Values of the Organization

Compassion – Serving with a spirit of charity, love and understanding.
Inclusiveness – Committing to ensure diversity and acceptance of all people.
Dignity – Treating individuals with respect and honesty in all situations.
Empowerment – Achieving results through teamwork and partnership.
Integrity – Conducting ourselves in a highly ethical manner and serving as good stewards of our resources.

Role-Specific Competencies

Problem-solving and flexibility
Strong attention to detail and process management
Ability to prioritize and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational and administrative coordination skills
Professional and relational communication style
Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion
Commitment to excellent donor stewardship and follow-through

Job Duties

Donor Database & Gift Management

Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor and constituent records within the organization’s CRM/database system
Process gifts, pledges, recurring donations, and donor updates in a timely and accurate manner
Coordinate donor acknowledgments, tax receipts, tribute notifications, and stewardship communications
Assist with monthly reconciliation and reporting processes in coordination with the finance team
Ensure data integrity and consistency through regular database audits and quality control procedures
Generate donor reports, mailing lists, giving summaries, and fundraising reports as requested
Document donor interactions, communications, and stewardship activities within the CRM system

Donor Stewardship & Administrative Support

Support the execution of donor stewardship and engagement efforts across annual giving campaigns, appeals, and fundraising initiatives
Assist with preparing donor correspondence, stewardship emails, meeting materials, and follow-up communications
Coordinate donor mailings, impact reports, acknowledgment projects, and stewardship touchpoints
Support scheduling, preparation, and administrative follow-up for donor meetings and advancement activities
Maintain organized digital and physical development records and files
Assist with administrative coordination of development timelines, projects, and internal processes

Communications Support

Draft and proofread donor-facing emails, acknowledgments, and fundraising communications
Assist with light content creation and basic graphic design support using Canva or similar platforms
Coordinate with the Marketing team to ensure development messaging aligns with organizational branding and campaigns
Support preparation and distribution of development-related communications, newsletters, direct mail, and campaign materials

Event & Campaign Support

Provide administrative and logistical support for fundraising events, donor stewardship activities, and community engagement opportunities
Assist with RSVP tracking, sponsorship fulfillment coordination, auction or donation tracking, and post-event acknowledgments
Support campaign administration through donor tracking, reporting, and communication coordination
Assist advancement staff with preparation and follow-up related to donor cultivation and fundraising events

Team & Organizational Support

Represent the organization with professionalism, warmth, and a donor-centered approach in all interactions
● Support additional advancement and organizational initiatives as needed
● Demonstrate commitment to the mission, values, and community impact of the organization

Schedule

Non-exempt, full-time employee. Business hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with an hour lunch break. Our standard work hours may vary based upon position requirements. Additional hours may be required during peak times, which may require an adjusted work schedule, and evening/weekend hours in order to meet deadlines. All work hours above standard hours must have pre-approval of the supervisor.

Benefits

Flexible schedule, paid personal leave, 10 paid holidays, paid medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, long term disability, 403B plan with matching contributions.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Work is performed in a fast‐paced and sometimes stressful, professional office environment with moderate noise levels. Position requires team member to effectively use a computer at a workstation for long periods of time and accommodate potentially frequent interruptions. Must be able to occasionally lift 15 – 25 pounds.

Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach is committed to an inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.