Dental Hygienist

Heartland Dental; Harker Heights (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Heartland Dental in Harker Heights, TX seeks a dedicated Dental Hygienist to join our compassionate team. The role offers a full-time schedule, providing preventative care and patient education. Candidates must hold a current TX dental hygienist license and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene, with CPR certification. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and mentorship opportunities. Join us in delivering exceptional care and enjoy a collaborative team environment with growth potential.

Qualifications

• Must have a current dental hygienist license in TX.
• CPR certification is required.
• 1+ year of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient screenings and document medical history.
• Provide preventive care to maintain patients’ dental health.
• Assist in patient education, including oral hygiene instructions.

Skills

Excellent working knowledge of dentistry

Patient education

Commitment to continuing education

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene

Tools

Velscope

Diagnodent

Digital scanners

Digital X-rays

Electronic medical record systems

Job description

Heights Dental Center in Harker Heights, TX is looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our team.

Full Time – 4 days/week. Tues – Fri 7-4

As a Dental Hygienist, you’ll be recognized as an elite clinical provider and patient advocate. You’ll be an integral member of the patient care team, giving your patients the time and care they need, deserve and desire. Through our hygiene mentor program and educational offerings, you’ll receive robust support to provide exceptional lifetime care to your patients.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays and PTO.
• Continuing education opportunities to develop your full potential and enhance clinical skills.
• Access to a network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities.
• Unparalleled business support and high-quality supplies and labs to deliver patient care.
• Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry-leading experience, providing a stable career with unlimited growth potential.

Team Environment

• Join a 10‑person team that thrives on collaboration, communication and community.
• Located in Harker Heights near Carl Levin Park.
• We are a compassionate and energetic team excited to welcome another Hygienist provider.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform patient screenings and document medical history.

• Provide preventive care and overall maintenance of patients’ dental health.

• Assist in patient education, including oral hygiene instructions.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Experience

• 1+ year of clinical experience.
• Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanners, digital X‑rays and electronic medical record systems.
• Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet patient needs.
• Ability to perform duties required by the office.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and standing.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times.
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in‑person) periodically throughout the year.
• Tuberculosis (TB) test required for all new hires in dental office positions; required prior to start.

EEO Statement

At Heartland Dental, we are committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.