Dental Hygienist

Killeen Dental Health Center; Copperas Cove (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, prescription drug, and vision

Dental benefits - free minus lab fees

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid holidays

401(k) Roth 401(k) retirement plan

College 529

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing education opportunities

Clinical mentorship and hygiene dev.

Leadership development and career grow

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Killeen Dental Health Center in Killeen, TX is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join a well-supported team. You’ll work with two doctors, manage 60-minute recare and 90-minute new patient appointments with autonomy in SRP scheduling, and contribute to a high-quality patient experience.

The practice emphasizes mentorship, professional growth, and a positive culture, with competitive compensation and a full benefits package. This on-site role offers a stable, long-term opportunity.

Qualifications

• Current TX dental hygienist license
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene
• CPR certification

Responsibilities

• Perform 60-min recare and 90-min new patient appointments with SRP scheduling autonomy.
• Collaborate with two doctors to provide comprehensive hygiene care.
• Document medical history and treatment plans accurately.

Education

Dental hygiene degree (AS or BS)

Tools

Velscope

Diagnodent

Digital scanner

Digital X-rays

EMR systems

Job description

Dental Hygienist

Killeen Dental Health Center | Killeen, TX

4‑Day Work Week- Modern Technology - Supportive Doctors -Incredible Team Culture - Autonomy

Killeen Dental Health Center is excited to welcome a new hygienist to our thriving, well-supported team!

60 min recare - 90 min new patient appt and autonomy with SRP scheduling

Location: 1405 East Elm Road Killeen TX, 76542

At Killeen Dental Health Center, you’ll partner with two exceptional doctors, Dr Hyatt and Dr Woodfield.

Both doctors are known for their genuine care for their team, willingness to teach, openness to feedback, and commitment to pushing themselves clinically and as leaders. This is a place where your contributions matter and your professional voice is heard.

Benefits & Perks

We're committed to investing in our team members and supporting their success both professionally and personally.

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, prescription drug, and vision insurance
• Dental benefits - free minus lab fees
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) Roth 401(k)retirement plan College 529
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Over 200 hours of Continuing education opportunities
• Clinical mentorship and hygiene development programs
• Leadership development and future career growth opportunities
• Employee discount programs and additional voluntary benefits

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays and PTO (paid time off)
• Continuing education to provide you opportunity to develop your full potential and enhance your clinical skills to provide education and care to your patients.
• Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities available at your fingertips.
• Unparalleled business support and the highest quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential

Minimum Qualifications

• Current dental hygienist license in TXand an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required)
• Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening and medical history documentation
• CPR Certification

Preferred Experience

• 1+ years of clinical experience
• Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays and electronic medical record systems
• Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet needs of patients and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of patients’ dental health
• Clinical needs as required by office

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties as deemed necessary by the Office/ Doctor/ Heartland Dental with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position
• Prolonged periods sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person)periodically throughout the year
• As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.

Who is Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve.

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.