Dental Hygienist

Overview 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 in usual clinic conditions with a high degree of contact with patients. Responsibilities 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 sterilizes 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 a timely manner Qualifications Full-Time Registered Dental Hygienist Education: 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. Part-Time Registered Dental Hygienist Education: 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. (Hours can be discussed during interview) EEO Statement All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. About TTUHSC and Benefits Since 1989, TTUHSC Managed Care has served as a healthcare delivery service, providing high quality, low cost healthcare to patients within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. We provide medical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22 facilities throughout West Texas. Our values-based culture emphasizes an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first. Benefits include health plans, paid time off, retirement plans, wellness programs, and more. Schedule: Day shift. Work Location: Ft. Stockton. Department: Ft. Stockton Unit. Job Type: Full Time. Pay: Pay Grade Maximum $39.10 Hourly; Pay Grade Minimum $38.00 Hourly; Pay Basis: Hourly. Travel: Up to 25%. Requisition ID: 40442BR. Grant Funded? No. Shift: Day. Introduction: TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing health care and offers a values-based culture and opportunities for personal and professional growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center