Dental Hygienist

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is seeking a Dental Hygienist to perform prophylactic services and provide education for prevention and control of dental disease in an outpatient clinic setting.

The role works under the supervision of a dentist, with high patient contact in a typical clinical environment. Texas licensure in dental hygiene is required by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners.

Experience with patient education and preventive care is valued.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental prophylactic services.
• Provide education for prevention and control of dental disease.
• Work under supervision of dentist.
• Work in usual clinic conditions with high patient contact.

Education

High School diploma

Dental hygiene program completion

Job 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.
QualificationsA 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.
EEO StatementAll 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.