The dental hygienist primarily provides dental preventative services to patients. These include but are not limited to screening, scaling and root planning, dental prophylaxis, fluoride and sealant applications, and health education. The dental hygienist is a crucial team member to any dental public health program.
Position Requirements:
1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
2. Must possess a current state license to practice Dental Hygiene.
3. Must possess a degree of certificate of training from an accredited dental hygiene school.
4. Previous experience in dental practice or clinic setting is beneficial but not necessary.
5. Must successfully pass a background check and must not be excluded from any government program.
6. Must be available to work four ten hour days.
7. Must be able to travel when required.
8. Excellent communication skills required.
9. Must have an excellent past work record.
10. To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each function listed under the essential functions and physical demands categories of this position description.
