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DENTAL HYGIENIST

Company: CENTRAL VIRGINIA HEALTH SERV
Location: Prince George
Posted on: September 24, 2024

Job Description:

Patient screening procedures, such as assessment of oral health conditions, review of the health history, oral cancer screening, head and neck inspection, dental charting and taking blood pressure and pulse. Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays). Removing calculus and plaque (hard and soft deposits) from all surfaces of the teeth. Applying preventive materials to the teeth (e.g., sealants and fluorides). Teaching patient's appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling) counseling patients about good nutrition and its impact on oral health. Making impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth used by dentists to evaluate patient treatment needs) Performing documentation and office management activities. Associate degree from an accredited hygiene program. State hygiene license Current CPR certification Ability to use an x-ray machine. Excellent salary and benefit package.

Keywords: CENTRAL VIRGINIA HEALTH SERV, Richmond , DENTAL HYGIENIST, Healthcare , Prince George, Virginia

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