Registered Dental Hygienist

Lumbee Group Resource Management; Taos (NM); On-site; USD 68,880 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Welfare stipend of $5.09 per hour

10 days PTO

Accrued sick days

11 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Lumbee Group Resource Management in Taos, NM is looking for an experienced Dental Hygienist to deliver high-quality preventive and therapeutic oral care. Responsibilities include patient education on oral health, various dental procedures, and maintaining detailed patient records. Candidates should have a degree in Dental Hygiene, at least three years of experience, and relevant certifications. The position offers a pay rate of $52 per hour and 10 days PTO.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in dental hygiene for both adults and children.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to meet IHS credentialing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental cleanings, scaling, and root planing.
• Take and review dental radiographs.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Maintain strict infection control and sterilization protocols.

Skills

BLS or ACLS certification

Radiography (X-ray) certification

Local anesthesia authorization

Dentrix (or similar EHR) experience

Education

Associate's or Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Hygiene

Job description

Overview

Pay Rate: $52 per hour plus $1,414 weekly travel stipends (If applicable)

Schedule: 8-hour shift scheduled within the Taos-Picuris Service Unit’s hours of operation, which are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding Federal holidays. 30-minute unpaid lunch break.

Contract Length: 1 year with the option to extend

Benefits: $5.09 per hour for Health and Welfare, 10 days PTO, Accrued sick days, and 11 Paid Holidays.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Dental Hygienist to provide high-quality preventive and therapeutic oral care in a well-structured clinical setting. This role focuses on patient education, disease prevention, and supporting overall oral health in an underserved community.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3 years of experience (adult & pediatric)
• BLS or ACLS certification
• Radiography (X-ray) certification
• Local anesthesia authorization
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to meet IHS credentialing requirements
• Dentrix (or similar EHR) experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform dental cleanings, scaling and root planing, periodontal assessments, and oral cancer screenings
• Take and review dental radiographs to support diagnosis and treatment planning
• Apply preventive treatments such as fluoride and sealants
• Administer local anesthesia and deliver therapeutic agents as permitted
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, plaque control, and post-treatment care
• Accurately document all patient encounters in Dentrix/EHR systems
• Maintain strict infection control and sterilization protocols
• Prepare treatment rooms and ensure proper equipment readiness
• Monitor patient conditions and assist in dental or medical emergencies
• Support inventory management of dental supplies and equipment
• Communicate effectively with providers and patients to ensure continuity of care