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Diana Joy Marcial

Stoney Creek,Canada

Summary

Dynamic Health Promotion Specialist and Registered Dental Hygienist with a Bachelor's degree and over five years of diverse experience in public health, education, and clinical settings. Expertise in program planning, evaluation, and resource development, complemented by a robust background in population health and health education. Demonstrated success in translating complex health information into accessible resources for diverse audiences while fostering healthier environments through impactful school- and community-based initiatives. Committed to enhancing community well-being through collaboration with stakeholders and innovative health strategies.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical RDH – Healthy and Safe Communities

City of Hamilton
06.2025 - Current

Planned, developed, and implemented health promotion resources, including:

A staff resource sheet on the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), a public oral health resource for the City’s website.

  • Supported population health initiatives by providing preventive dental care and oral health promotion in community settings.
  • Delivered oral health education and counseling to diverse populations, ensuring content was culturally appropriate and accessible.
  • Conducted chart audits and data collection to support program monitoring and evaluation.
  • Collaborated with interprofessional colleagues, schools, and community partners to address the oral health needs of priority populations.
  • Participated in planning new Long-term care pilot project launch for January 2026.

Public Health Dental Hygienist

City of Toronto
02.2020 - 06.2025
  • Developed and implemented oral health screening programs in collaboration with Native Child and Family Services and the Red Cross to reach underserved populations.
  • Delivered community and school-based oral health education tailored to diverse audiences, including children, newcomers, and refugee families.
  • Created educational materials and liaised with schools and parents to facilitate service access.
  • Maintained accurate clinical documentation in alignment with PHIPA and used systems such as Cores, CCM, and iPHIS.
  • Contributed to the division’s strategic planning and public health reporting through research and program evaluations.

Privacy Project Practicum Student

Runnymede Health Centre
06.2024 - 12.2024
  • Analyzed historical total of 30 privacy breach data and developed a staff training tool to reduce future incidents.
  • Conducted gap analysis and designed educational materials to enhance compliance and awareness across teams.
  • Delivered findings to management, supporting informed policy revisions and training strategies.

Quality Assurance Assessor

City of Toronto – LRC Services (COVID-19 Response)
04.2020 - 10.2022
  • Led documentation and outbreak case management during COVID-19 in long-term care and congregate settings.
  • Acted as Project Lead for reorganizing outbreak tracking files in compliance with public health protocols.
  • Provided internal consultation and quality training to ensure adherence to reporting standards.

Clinical Instructor – Dental Hygiene Program

Toronto College of Dental Hygiene and Auxiliaries
05.2018 - 02.2020
  • Contributed to curriculum delivery and facilitated student learning through adult education principles.
  • Trained students in clinical protocols, patient care, and chart auditing, linking evidence-based theory to practice.
  • Mentored students approximately 60 students per semester , providing feedback to foster critical thinking, professionalism, and competency development.
  • Collaborated with faculty and stakeholders to ensure program outcomes and accreditation standards were achieved.

Registered Dental Hygienist

University Health Network (UHN) & Public Health
06.2010 - 04.2018
  • Delivered comprehensive dental hygiene services, including assessment, preventive treatment, and individualized oral health education.
  • Built strong relationships with patients and families, emphasizing health literacy and self-care practices.
  • Maintained accurate records and ensured compliance with infection prevention and control standards.

Education

Bachelor of Health Administration - Health Services Management

Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, ON
06-2025

Certificate - Adult Education

Canadian College of Educators
Mississauga, ON
01.2019

Diploma - Dental Hygiene

Canadian Business College/George Brown College
Toronto, ON
01.2009

French Immersion Certificate -

Université Du Québec À Trois-Rivières
Québec, QC
01.2009

Skills

  • Health program planning
  • Community health approaches
  • Resource & curriculum development
  • Data collection, chart audits & analysis
  • Stakeholder & community engagement
  • Effective communication skills
  • Team collaboration & partnership building
  • Equity-focused health promotion strategies

Languages

English

Certification

  • Registered Dental Hygienist, College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO)
  • Member, Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA)

Interests

  • Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
  • Volunteer Travel
  • Backpacking and Hiking

Timeline

Clinical RDH – Healthy and Safe Communities

City of Hamilton
06.2025 - Current

Privacy Project Practicum Student

Runnymede Health Centre
06.2024 - 12.2024

Quality Assurance Assessor

City of Toronto – LRC Services (COVID-19 Response)
04.2020 - 10.2022

Public Health Dental Hygienist

City of Toronto
02.2020 - 06.2025

Clinical Instructor – Dental Hygiene Program

Toronto College of Dental Hygiene and Auxiliaries
05.2018 - 02.2020

Registered Dental Hygienist

University Health Network (UHN) & Public Health
06.2010 - 04.2018

Bachelor of Health Administration - Health Services Management

Toronto Metropolitan University

Certificate - Adult Education

Canadian College of Educators

Diploma - Dental Hygiene

Canadian Business College/George Brown College

French Immersion Certificate -

Université Du Québec À Trois-Rivières
Diana Joy Marcial