Dentist II
Listed on 2026-07-31
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Dental / Dentistry
Dentistry / General Dentist, Healthcare Consultant, Public Health
Career Opportunities:
Dentist II (19234)
Posting 19234
-Posted
07/22/2026
- Health & Human Services Comm
- Dental Clinical Services
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
- Mexia State Supported Living Center
- Not Eligible for Telework
- Additional Shifts available (1) -f. $11000 - $14999 per month
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.
Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage .
Functional
Title:
Dentist II
Job Title:
Dentist II
Agency:Health & Human Services Comm
Department:Dental Clinical Services
Posting Number:19234
Closing Date:10/20/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
Salary Range:$12,700.00-$17,370.75
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group:TEXAS-B-31
Shift:Day
Additional Shift:Days (First)
Telework:Not Eligible for Telework
Travel:Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary:Regular
Full Time/Part Time:Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:Exempt
Facility
Location:
Mexia State Supported Living Center
Job Location City:MEXIA
Job Location Address:540 CHAPEL DRIVE
Other Locations:None
MOS Codes: 220X,47BX,47DX,47EX,47GX,47HX,47KX,47PX,47SX,63A,63B,63D,63E,63F,63H,63K,63M,63N,63P,63R,SEI
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Job Description:
Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence.
The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers
If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!
The Dentist is responsible for providing dental services for individuals living at the Supported Living Center and certain identified individuals living in community-based settings, including advanced dental care and treatment to elevate the oral hygiene of all individuals. The Dentist is responsible to implement best practices in treatment. The Dentist is an integral part of Medical Services working to elevate overall health for individuals residing at the State Supported Living Center.
Provides treatment to HHS employees injured in course and scope of employment. Oversees other dentist(s), dental assistant(s) and dental Hygienists as assigned by the Dental Director
This position may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights and/or weekends.
This position may also be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on maximum security locations.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs):Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. [May serve in an on-call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs of the facility.]
Provides dental services directly to multi-disabled individuals with challenging behavioral issues and multiple medical system issues, including individuals with unique dental malformations, at State Supported Living Center, and certain identified individuals living in community-based settings.
Oversees other dentist and dental hygienists with non-routine dental care and cleanings.
Evaluates dental care and makes recommendations to improve oral function, oral hygiene, and appearance.
Develops and implements desensitization practices and ensures other dental personnel follow the plan of care, to include evaluation of current medications and possible interactions with dental sedation…
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