Dental Hygienist: Preventive Care, Education & X-Rays

The Dental Hygienist works as part of the dental provider team providing dental services to the patients of the Center. The Dental hygienist performs dental prophylactic services and provides educational information for the prevention and control of dental disease. Responsibilities and duties for a Dental Hygienist include:

Screening patients during checkups

Reviewing a patient’s dental history

Recommending care to improve a patient’s oral health

Teaching patients about proper teeth cleaning techniques

Performing preventive dental care Applying fluoride treatments

Taking x-rays and reviewing them for signs of dental diseases

Education:

Bachelor of Science or Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene Licensure:
Licensed as a Dental Hygienist in the State of Texas

Experience:

No previous experience required

Expertise:
Basic techniques in Dental Hygiene. Ability to work with children and chronically ill Language:
English; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Travel:
Occasionally; valid Texas drivers’ license and current auto insurance required; must have reliable and safe transportation

Hours of Work: 8am-5pm M-F with some weekend/evening work.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS Knowledge

Understanding and commitment to HIPAA rules and regulations

Skills

Ability to work with children and chronically ill patients

Fosters a positive work environment

Active Listening Speaking Reading  Comprehension Writing Critical  Thinking Service Orientation Monitoring Social  Perceptiveness Patient EducationBENEFITSHealth Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Health Savings Account Company Paid Life Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan
162 Bonus Plan Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance Company Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Paid Time Off Bank Holiday Pay Extended Medical Leave Bereavement Leave Employee Assistance Program and Emotional Health Support Line Workers’ Compensation Insurance Professional Liability Insurance Legal Insurance Gym Membership Discount Uniform Voucher Loan Repayment Professional Liability Insurance Workers’ Compensation Insurance Incentive ProgramCHCL's mission is to provide quality primary and preventative health care services to those in need.

If you are aligned with CHCL's mission and love working in a fast-paced clinic setting, please apply today.
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