The Dental Hygienist will clean teeth and examine oral areas for signs of oral disease. The position also educates patients on oral hygiene, takes and develops x-rays, and applies fluoride or sealants.

• Cleans calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums using dental instruments.
• Examines gums for disease and lymph nodes for oral cancer.
• Applies fluorides or other cavity-preventing agents to arrest dental decay.
• Exposes and develops x-ray film
• Records and reviews patient medical histories. Charts conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist.
• Maintains dental equipment and sharpens and sterilized dental instruments.
• Provides clinical services or health education to improve and maintain the oral health of patients or the general public.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of general principles of dentistry and advanced knowledge of dental hygiene.
  Strong customer service skills.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree or the successful completion of a recognized vocational program in dental hygiene.
  State license required.

If you are selected to move forward in the hiring process, a member of the recruiting team will be in touch.