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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Dental Hygienist

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Abilene, Texas, us, 79608

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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center . About TTUHSC: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future. Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Position Description

This position is responsible for performing dental prophylactic services and providing education for the prevention and control of dental disease. Work is performed under supervision of dentist. Work is performed in usual clinic conditions; requires a high degree of contact with patients.

Major / Essential Functions Professionally clean teeth including thorough scaling and polishing

Presents instructions on proper personal oral hygiene using demonstrations on human teeth and models

Take and develop radiographs

Administers topical Fluoride at proper dose to prevent cavities

Clean, package, and sterilizes dental instruments using proper technique

Disinfect chairs, cabinets and machines after dental treatments

Take inventory of instruments with proper documentation that it occurred

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 calls, screening and scheduling patients in a timely manner

Required Qualifications

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.

Preferred Qualifications Previous Correctional Experience

Benefits Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members

Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job Details

Job Type: Full Time Pay Basis: Hourly Pay Grade Minimum: 31.80 Pay Grade Maximum: 39.11 Travel Required: Up to 25% Shift: Day Other: Will discuss during interview

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act information is available on the TTUHSC Clery Act website.

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