SummaryDental Hygienists provide direct patient care under the general supervision of the dentist and performs other clinical and clerical functions independently of direct supervision. It is expected that they provide direct patient care and receive guidance from higher-levelQualificationsApplicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.Basic Requirements:To qualify for appointment as a dental hygienist - all applicants must possess the following: aCitizenshipBe a Citizen of the United StatesNon-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified ci