Dental Hygienist

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Fort Stockton (TX); Sur place; USD 52 348 - 53 864; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Retirement options

Generous leave policies

Access to training programs

Résumé du poste

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Dental Hygienist for their Ft. Stockton Unit. In this full-time role, you will focus on providing essential dental care without the pressure of upselling. You'll work in a structured clinical environment, educating patients and delivering quality care to an underserved population. The position offers competitive pay, consistent hours, and benefits like retirement options and training programs.

Qualifications

• Must be a Full-Time Registered Dental Hygienist.
• Licensed by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners is required.
• Experience with infection control protocols is desirable.

Responsabilités

• Clean teeth and provide preventive dental care.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene.
• Capture digital radiographs.

Connaissances

Professional teeth cleaning skills

Patient education

Radiograph capturing

Fluoride application

Infection control

Inventory management

Formation

High School diploma or equivalent

Completion of an approved dental hygiene training program

Licensed to practice by Texas State Board of Dental Examiners

Description du poste

Extended Job Title

Dental Hygienist

Position Description

Redefine your role in dental care. Looking for a position where your clinical skills make a real difference — without the pressure to upsell or meet daily quotas? Join our dedicated team as a Dental Hygienist at the Fort Stockton/Lynaugh Units, where you'll focus solely on medically necessary care and patient education for an underserved population.

In this rewarding correctional healthcare setting, you'll experience a lower daily patient volume, allowing you to provide thorough, quality care without the rush. Enjoy the stability of a consistent schedule with firm start and end times—no evenings, weekends, or unexpected overtime. Working in a secure, well‑equipped clinical environment under the supervision of a licensed dentist, you'll deliver preventive services that prioritize health, respect, and dignity.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Meaningful Impact: You’ll deliver vital oral healthcare to an underserved population, educating patients, and helping to improve their long‑term health while restoring dignity and wellness through compassionate care.
• Professional Growth: Work in a dynamic clinical environment with a diverse caseload. Gain hands‑on experience in a wide range of clinical skills while expanding your knowledge of dentistry and the correctional healthcare system.
• Team‑Based Culture: You’ll join a supportive team of dentists and dental assistants who value collaboration, ethical practice, and professional excellence.
• Structured & Supportive Environment: With set schedules and low client no‑show rates, you’ll be able to focus on what matters—delivering high‑quality care.
• Job Stability & Benefits: Enjoy consistent hours, competitive pay, retirement options, generous leave policies, and access to training and certification programs.

Major / Essential Functions

• Professionally clean teeth including prophylaxis and scaling and root planing.
• Present instructions on proper personal oral hygiene.
• Capture digital radiographs.
• Administer topical fluoride.
• Disinfect surfaces and dental equipment.
• Sterilize dental instruments according to OSHA regulations.
• Takes thorough inventory of instruments through daily counts and logs.
• 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 call requests and schedule patients in a timely manner.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

$39.10 Hourly

Pay Grade Minimum

$38.00 Hourly

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

Will discuss during interview

Work Location

Ft. Stockton

Department

Ft. Stockton Unit

Job Type

Full Time

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

• 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)