Dental Hygienist

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 46,907 - 53,492; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options

Paid Time Off, including holidays and vacation

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is looking for a Dental Hygienist in Abilene, Texas. This role involves performing dental prophylactic services and educating patients on dental disease prevention under the supervision of a dentist.

The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 1-2 years of experience and must be licensed by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners. Benefits include health plans, paid time off, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience preferred.
• Licensed to practice dental hygiene by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental prophylactic services and provide education for the prevention of dental disease.
• Professionally clean teeth including thorough scaling and polishing.
• Take and develop radiographs.
• Administer topical Fluoride at proper dose to prevent cavities.
• Disinfect chairs, cabinets, and machines after dental treatments.

Skills

Dental hygiene

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Completion of an approved dental hygiene training program

Job description

Extended Job Title

Dental Hygienist

Position Description

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.

Requisition ID

45084BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade

Minimum: 34.05, Maximum: 38.83 (Hourly)

Major/Essential Functions

• 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

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

Will discuss during interview

Work Location

Abilene

Preferred Qualifications

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

Department

TDCJ Dental

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

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://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

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.

Required Qualifications

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.

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

HM

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

68E

Air Force Specialty Code

4Y0X1

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.

Benefits

• 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

Visa Information

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.