Provides oral hygiene instruction and maintenance care for the dental implant patients. Provides bedside prophylactic treatment u sing specialized procedures for medically compromised patients on an as needed basis. Maintains current CPR and performs or assists in emergency resuscitation procedures when necessary. Maintains dental records, documenting progress of treatment and comparative observations throughout the treatment appointments. Provides individual as well as group in-service education programs to parents, teachers, nurses, and other health care professionals.
Physical exam is required.
This position is subject to the Crime Control Act selectee must obtain maintain a favorable crim inal history background check. Work requires long periods of repetitive hand and wrist motion, and recurring bending and reaching during treatment procedures. The hygienist must also demonstrate above average dexterity in manipulating sharp dental instruments. The hygienist uses a leads shield for protection against radiation and wears face mask, eyeglasses, and surgical gloves during the perfo rmance of clinical procedures. Applicants must possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 level in the Federal service.