Associate Career Services Specialist - Hygiene
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled dental professionals is on the rise, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicting a 6% growth in dental hygiene jobs by 2028. As a result, career services specialists with strong coaching and Excel skills are in high demand. Henry Schein, a leading dental products company, is expanding its career development program for dental hygiene students. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the next generation of dental professionals. With the shift to remote work, companies are looking for professionals who can work independently and have strong communication skills. Candidates should be aware that this role requires travel and a strong understanding of the dental industry.
Job Description
About the Role
The Associate Career Services Specialist - Hygiene role is an exciting opportunity to support the Dental Career Planning (DCP) program at Henry Schein. As a key member of the team, you will deliver non-clinical career education and one-on-one guidance to dental hygiene students and early-career hygienists. Your primary focus will be on expanding DCP's school partnerships into hygiene programs, increasing engagement on studentdentist.com, and strengthening the pipeline of future dental professionals.The role requires a strong understanding of the dental hygiene career path and the hiring market, including wage pressure and talent scarcity trends. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to align hygiene school engagement with broader Direct Dental and recruiting initiatives. Your expertise in Excel will be essential in tracking activity and outcomes, as well as analyzing data to support program growth goals.
What You Will Do
- Deliver hygiene-focused career education covering resume/CV development, interviewing, and the business side of dentistry for emerging professionals
- Educate students on compensation basics and early career decision-making, including how to evaluate opportunities and understand contract fundamentals
- Provide one-on-one career planning via office hours and scheduled appointments, supporting students from preparation through first-job decisions
- Build and maintain relationships with dental hygiene programs to schedule seminars, workshops, and office hours
- Coordinate campus visit planning, event logistics, and follow-ups with program leaders and student groups
- Partner with internal stakeholders to align hygiene school engagement with broader Direct Dental and recruiting initiatives
- Drive student participation and content engagement on studentdentist.com as the DCP portal for students
- Support mentorship opportunity promotion and matching, helping practices showcase mentorship as a differentiator for harder-to-fill markets
- Collect and triage student submissions, including resumes, questions, and career preferences, and ensure timely coaching follow-up
What We Are Looking For
- 2-4 years of experience in recruiting, career services, or workforce development, ideally in healthcare or dental
- Strong Excel skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Communication and prioritization skills, with the ability to multitask
- Coaching and facilitation skills, with comfort leading seminars and one-on-one advising
- Working knowledge of dental hygiene career paths and the hiring market
- Good understanding of industry practices and proficiency with tools, systems, and procedures
- Basic planning and organizational skills, with good decision-making, analysis, and problem-solving abilities
- Good verbal and written communication skills, with good presentation and public speaking skills
- Good interpersonal skills and basic conflict resolution skills
Nice to Have
- Experience with AS400, Product Information Management systems, such as Informatica 360, and JD Edwards
- Knowledge of dental hygiene programs and curriculum
- Familiarity with studentdentist.com and mentorship marketplaces
- Experience working with dental hygiene students or early-career hygienists
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary range, with opportunities for growth and development
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) matching program and other retirement savings options
- Paid time off and holidays, with flexible work arrangements
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment, with a team of experienced professionals
- Remote work options, with the ability to work from home or in the office
How to Stand Out
- Develop a strong understanding of the dental hygiene career path and the hiring market, including wage pressure and talent scarcity trends
- Highlight your Excel skills and experience with data analysis and tracking outcomes
- Showcase your coaching and facilitation skills, with examples of leading seminars and one-on-one advising
- Be prepared to discuss your experience working with dental hygiene students or early-career hygienists
- Research Henry Schein's company culture and values, and be prepared to discuss how you align with their mission
- Prepare examples of your communication and prioritization skills, with the ability to multitask and work independently
- Be ready to discuss your experience with mentorship marketplaces and studentdentist.com, and how you can drive student participation and engagement
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