Duties:
Under the supervision of the Dental Director, the Dental Hygienists provide preventive dental care and teach patients how to practice good oral hygiene. Takes and develops x-rays and examines patient's teeth & gingival structures, documenting the presence of disease or abnormalities. Assist the patient in maintaining good oral health. Develops and promotes community dental health programs care professionals?
Education:
Graduate from an accredited dental hygiene school and pass both a written and clinical examination. Dental Hygienist Licensure in the State of Ohio. Able to work without direct supervision. License to work without an Dentist. Must have completed at least one year of College. Current CPR Certificate (Healthcare Provider BLS).
Minimum Qualifications:
Dental Hygienists must be licensed in the State of Ohio. Hygienist must be graduate from an accredited dental Hygiene school and pass both a written and clinical examination. Dental Hygienists must work well with others, particularly patients who may be under stress. Dental Hygienists must have manual dexterity because they use dental instruments with little room for error within a patient's mouth.