​​Professional Advisor (Dental Hygiene)​

Department: ​Professional Practice​ 

Reporting to: ​Manager, Professional Advisors​ 

Position Type: ​Temporary​, ​Full-time. 2-year Contract​ 

Work Location: ​Vancouver or Victoria​ - ​Hybrid​ 

Salary: $​72,466.56​ - $​90,583.20. Please see the Total Compensation & Perks section for more details.​ 

Position Posted: ​August 26, 2024​ 

Application Deadline: Open until filled  

BCCOHP is seeking a ​temporary​, ​full-time​ ​Professional Advisor (Dental Hygiene)​ to join our ​Professional Advisors​ team for a 2-year contract. The successful candidate is a registrant of BCCOHP and will report to the ​Manager, Professional Advisors. This position will be responsible for providing interpretation and clarification for registrants and members of the public, on regulatory issues related to the Standards and Guidance materials and Bylaws of BCCOHP. The Professional Advisor assists in the review and development of Standards and Guidance documents for BCCOHP.  ​ 

The Professional Advisor also works across BCCOHP’s functions supporting regulatory work, projects, and communications where professional expertise is required. Other areas of responsibility include supporting the dental hygienist quality assurance (QA) program, supporting the registration department, and providing dental hygiene expertise in other regulatory functions as required.   

Professional Practice & Standards – Professional Advisors 

• Provide appropriate and accurate guidance in response to enquiries on BCCOHP Bylaws, Regulations, policies, Practice Standards, Scope of Practice, and the Code of Ethics. 
• Support the Manager, Professional Advisors as required in the alignment and maintenance of standards and guidance documents. 
• Facilitate working groups in functional processes to support the revision and maintenance of standards and guidance documents. 
• Prepare information for the Standards and Guidance Committee as required. 
• Make policy recommendations related to Practice Standards and Interpretation Guidelines. 
• Contribute to the revision of registrant resources on the BCCOHP website and communication activities as needed. 
• Support various departments in researching and writing draft policy documents as needed. 
• Support engagement, communications, and policy development through professional advisory role. 
• Work across the organization to provide professional expertise, as required. 

Supporting the QA Program for Dental Hygienists 

• Assist the Manager, Quality Assurance with professional knowledge and expertise in the field of dental hygiene to support dental hygienist registrants in the QA program as needed. 
• Assist in updating various QAP resources as needed to maintain currency within the program. 

Other Responsibilities 

• Assist the Registration Department with the review of dental hygiene education programs as part of the recognition process. 
• Facilitate re-entry to practice mentorship processes.  
• Participate on behalf of BCCOHP in dental hygiene program accreditation visits conducted by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada. 
• Conduct reviews of various modules or courses per Registration Committee policies. Participate in the development of relevant projects, policies, and programs.  
• Remain current on changing aspects of oral health practice through research, courses and/or experiential practice.

• Diploma in dental hygiene or bachelor's degree in dental sciences (dental hygiene) or equivalent. 
• Minimum 5 years as a practising dental hygienist 
• Previous work experience in a regulatory environment or not-for-profit environment is an asset.   
• Current practising dental hygienist registration and in good standing with BCCOHP. 
• Previous experience as a dental hygiene educator is an asset. 
• Experience using a database or customer relations management system and electronic filing system is an asset. Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office. 
• Strong written and verbal communications skills and must be willing to receive feedback on writing. 
• Superior time management with the ability to multitask, organize and prioritize work and handle interruptions and changing priorities. 
• Meticulous with excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail. 
• Ability to maintain tact, grace, and diplomacy in all situations. 
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.  
• Ability to problem solve and identify alternate approaches or solutions to issues. 
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, compassionate but confident with the ability to engage in difficult conversations with tact and clarity. 
• Positive attitude, a team player with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships; steps in to help others when needed. 

Work Hours

BCCOHP's regular hours of business are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. This is a full-time permanent position, requiring 35 hours per week (7 hours per day).

Flexibility

BCCOHP offers flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement depending on the role and operational needs. The number of days required to be in office for this position is dependent on operational needs and workload.

We also offer core work hours between 9:30 am - 2:30 pm. The successful candidate may adjust their work day as long as they are working within the set core work hours, and depending on operational needs.

The successful candidate will be offered a competitive compensation and benefits package and can typically expect a starting annual salary between $72,466.56 and $81,524.88 depending on factors such as skills, experience, and education relative to the requirements of the role. Salaries are reviewed annually based on performance and market trends, allowing employees to potentially earn up to the maximum of the current pay band, $90,583.20. 

BCCOHP offers the following benefits and perks:  

• Extended health and dental benefits plan 
• Parking/transit subsidy 
• Paid time off (Pro-rated based on 15 vacation days, 5 sick days, and 7 personal days per year) 
• Annual professional development allowance  
• Office closures in addition to statutory holidays including Easter Monday and winter office closure (December 24th to January 1st each year) 
• Early office closure on Fridays during the summer