Dental Hygienist

Overview Pay Schedule I, Grade 27, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week. A vacancy exists in the Department of Health and Human Services. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Responsibilities Under general supervision of a licensed dentist, practices dental hygiene and assists in public health dentistry programs. Performs preliminary dental examinations of patients and records findings. Provides initial review of patient medical records. Performs prophylactic and preventive treatments prior to examination of patient by dentist. Sets up and closes out clinic rooms in accordance with established regulations. Takes radiographs and maintains dental records and charts. Provides oral hygiene instruction to patients on an individual basis. Assists in presenting oral hygiene instruction before groups. Other Duties Performs other related duties as required. Note: This description includes standard notice language from the original posting and is limited to essential job functions and qualifications. Required Qualifications Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association with an associate in arts degree in dental hygiene. Plus Two years\' experience in direct dental patient care. Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid license to practice dental hygiene issued by the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners is required at the time of appointment. Possession of an approved CPR certification is required at the time of appointment. Possession of a valid driver\'s license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver\'s license is required at the time of appointment. Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ( Examination Procedure: Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes. Physical and Environmental Conditions The work of this classification includes the performance of physical activities such as walking, standing, bending, and the operation of dental instruments. Incumbents may be required to travel to sites throughout Baltimore County. Duties may expose incumbents to various bio-medical hazards. Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks. #J-18808-Ljbffr