The Dental Hygienist provides direct patient care under the general supervision of the dentist and performs other clinical and clerical functions. Employees plan, coordinate and conduct preventive oral health programs for various patient groups: develop and modify instructional methods: and develop methods for evaluating the effectiveness of the preventive dentistry program. Work closely with, and under the general supervision of, a dentist or periodontist. independently of direct supervision. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education: Applicants must possess an Associate degree or higher from an accredited dental hygiene program. The degree must have been o