Dental Hygienist - Coleman Unit

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Lockhart (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent health institution is seeking a Dental Hygienist for the Coleman Unit in Lockhart, TX. This role involves performing clinical procedures, providing patient education, and maintaining dental office practices under supervision. Ideal candidates will hold a high school diploma and be licensed as a dental hygienist in Texas. The position offers full-time employment in a unique work environment focused on healthcare for underserved populations.

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of modern practices in dental disease control.
• Thorough knowledge of current dental office practices and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical hygiene procedures under dentist supervision.
• Take and record patient health histories and vital signs.
• Provide dental screenings and educational guidance on oral health.

Skills

Knowledge of dental disease prevention

Radiography skills

Infection control procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Licensed dental hygienist by Texas State

Tools

Standard dental clinic equipment

Job description

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The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD).

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs clinical hygiene procedures under the supervision of a dentist. Performs direct and indirect patient care procedures as well as general clinical and support asks, as specifically delegated or directed by the supervising dentist. Performs unit level community health tasks. Work includes tasks which the dental hygienist is legally trained and qualified to perform, and which are necessary for the efficient delivery of quality dental care.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Contributes to the success of the UTMB Correctional Managed Care organization.
• Takes and records patient health history and vital signs; performs radiography, dental laboratory procedures, oral health orientation, and oral health education and counseling.
• Provides dental screening; performs removal of calculus, deposits, or accretions from the natural restored surface of teeth and dental prostheses; performs root planning or the smoothing and polishing of roughened root surfaces of exposed teeth; performs topical application of cavities preventive agents and plaque indexes.
• Coordinates for the availability and accessibility of clinic staff of appropriate oral health education materials and oral health aids; provides instruction and technical guidance for other clinic staff in the prevention and control of dental disease.
• Maintains general clinic orderliness and cleanliness; performs sterilization and disinfection of instruments and equipment; performs general clerical tasks including patient scheduling, coordinating clinic visits, collecting and assembling patient treatment information and data.
• Monitors the overall unit/clinic oral health programs and prepares reports on its effectiveness.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structures established for department.
• Performs related duties as required.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge of modern practices and procedures in the prevention and control of dental disease at the individual, group, and community level.
• Thorough knowledge of current dental office practices and procedures in the delivery of dental care and in infection control procedures for the safety of patients and staff.
  
  

EQUIPMENT:

Standard office equipment and standard dental clinic equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required.

May be required to provide dental services at multiple facilities.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school or equivalent.
• Licensed as a dental hygienist by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners.
  
  

Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Lockhart

Work Locations

Lockhart Facility

Job

Patient Care

Organization

UTMB Health

Regular

Shift

Standard

Employee Status

Non-Manager

Job Posting

Jul 29, 2025, 8:39:56 AM

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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