Dental Hygienist

Extended Job Title

Dental Hygienist

This position is responsible for performing dental prophylactic services and providing education for the prevention and control of dental disease. Work is performed under supervision of dentist. Work is performed in usual clinic conditions; requires a high degree of contact with patients.

45084

Up to 25%

Minimum: 34.05, Maximum: 38.83 (Hourly)

• Professionally clean teeth including thorough scaling and polishing
• Presents instructions on proper personal oral hygiene using demonstrations on human teeth and models
• Take and develop radiographs
• Administers topical Fluoride at proper dose to prevent cavities
• Clean, package, and sterilize dental instruments using proper technique
• Disinfect chairs, cabinets and machines after dental treatments
• Take inventory of instruments with proper documentation that it occurred
• Serve as Dental Assistant when needed
• Proper record keeping and maintenance both in manual and automated systems
• Ensure dental supplies are on hand and ordered in a timely manner
• Answer sick calls, screening and scheduling patients in an timely manner

No

Hourly

Will discuss during interview

Abilene

Prefer 1-2 years of experience. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

TDCJ Dental

Full Time

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app
4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Day

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent. Completion of an approved dental hygiene training program; licensed to practice dental hygiene by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners.

HM

68E

4Y0 X1

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• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.