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 develps 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.
• Dental Hygienist must be graduate from an accredited Dental Hygiene school and pass both a written and clinical examination.
• Dental Hygienist 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.