Dental Hygienist: Preventive Care & Patient Education

US Department of Veterans Affairs; Spring Valley (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Dental Hygienist to provide oral hygiene and preventive care to veterans, along with associated clerical support.

The role requires active licensure and CODA-accredited education, plus radiographic certification and compliance with federal standards. Candidates pending education or licensure may be referred for tentative selection but cannot be hired until all requirements are met.

Qualifications

• Must possess an Associate degree or higher in dental hygiene from CODA-accredited program.
• Currently licensed to practice dental hygiene with full, unrestricted license in US.
• Must meet radiologic credentialing standards under Public Law 97-35 and be certified as dental radiographers.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental oral hygiene and preventive care.
• Assist with clerical duties as needed.
• Adhere to radiographic credentialing and safety standards.

Skills

Oral prophylaxis knowledge

Patient education

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in dental hygiene

Tools

Radiographic equipment operation

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Dental Hygienist to provide oral hygiene and preventive care to veterans, along with associated clerical support.

The role requires active licensure and CODA-accredited education, plus radiographic certification and compliance with federal standards. Candidates pending education or licensure may be referred for tentative selection but cannot be hired until all requirements are met.