Dental Hygienist Community Health Center of Lubbock - 3.7 Lubbock, TX Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Loan repayment program Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Gym membership Bereavement leave Life insurance Qualifications Working with pediatric populations Experience working with individuals with chronic illnesses English Driver's License Experience working with children Registered Dental Hygienist Full Job Description The Dental Hygienist works as part of the dental provider team providing dental services to the patients of the Center. The Dental hygienist performs dental prophylactic services and provides educational information for the prevention and control of dental disease. Responsibilities and duties for a Dental Hygienist include: Screening patients during checkups Reviewing a patient's dental history Recommending care to improve a patient's oral health Teaching patients about proper teeth cleaning techniques Performing preventive dental care Applying fluoride treatments Taking x-rays and reviewing them for signs of dental diseases

Education:

Bachelor of Science or Associate Degree in

Dental Hygiene Licensure:

Licensed as a Dental Hygienist in the

State of Texas Experience:

No previous experience required

Expertise:

Basic techniques in Dental Hygiene. Ability to work with children and chronically ill

Language:

English; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Travel:

Occasionally; valid Texas drivers' license and current auto insurance required; must have reliable and safe transportation

Hours of Work:

8am-5pm M-F with some weekend/evening work.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

Knowledge Understanding and commitment to HIPAA rules and regulations Skills Ability to work with children and chronically ill patients Fosters a positive work environment Active Listening Speaking Reading Comprehension Writing Critical Thinking Service Orientation Monitoring Social Perceptiveness Patient Education

BENEFITS

Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Health Savings Account Company Paid Life Insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan 162 Bonus Plan Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance Company Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Paid Time Off Bank Holiday Pay Extended Medical Leave Bereavement Leave Employee Assistance Program and Emotional Health Support Line Workers' Compensation Insurance Professional Liability Insurance Legal Insurance Gym Membership Discount Uniform Voucher Loan Repayment Professional Liability Insurance Workers' Compensation Insurance Incentive Program CHCL's mission is to provide quality primary and preventative health care services to those in need. If you are aligned with CHCL's mission and love working in a fast-paced clinic setting, please apply today.