Dental Hygienist - UT Dentists | Harris Health (Part-time)

UTHealth Houston•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

UTHealth Houston is hiring a part-time Dental Hygienist for its dental team at UT Dentists | Harris Health in Houston, Texas. The position is scheduled for 32 hours per week. The hygienist performs preventive and therapeutic dental care, including dental cleanings, periodontal maintenance, radiographs, patient assessments, and oral health education. The role works closely with dentists, residents, and support staff to provide patient care, maintain accurate records, and coordinate follow-up treatment and referrals. The position performs dental prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance and conducts educational programs to prevent and control dental disease. The hygienist works under the direction of the attending dentist for diagnosis and must maintain current CPR and BLS training. Employees must permanently reside and work in Texas.

Requirements

Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) Licensed Dental Hygienist.
Current CPR certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association (AHA).
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of an approved dental hygiene training program.
Permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

Responsibilities

Perform periodontal examinations, charting, and intraoral examinations under the direction of the attending dentist.
Update patient medical histories every six months and take radiographs as needed.
Provide therapeutic care, including prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, and periodontal maintenance.
Apply preventive treatments, including drugs, fluoride, pit and fissure sealants, and smooth the borders of amalgam restorations.
Advise patients on proper home care for their teeth and gums.
Meet productivity expectations established by the assigned department or clinic.
Maintain accurate electronic health records of patients, procedures, and materials used.
Schedule appointments, review whether periodic oral evaluations are needed, direct patients to appropriate dental providers, confirm appointments, and enter patient information into the computer.
Set up and restock the cubicle work area.
Identify and schedule appropriate referrals.
Use the electronic health record system to set up recall appointments.
Maintain productive relationships with members of the dental team and provide a dental hygiene perspective to support patient care.
Plan and present educational programs for students and residents, including demonstrations of proper tooth and gum brushing techniques.
Keep CPR and BLS training current and respond to emergency situations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Full-time employees receive 100% paid medical premiums.
Generous time off, including holidays, a preventative leave day, vacation, and sick time, totaling approximately 37–38 days per year.
Vacation accrual increases with length of service.
Longevity pay through monthly payments after two years of service.
Retirement and pension plan.
Free financial and legal counseling.
Free mental health counseling services.
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs.
Employee discounts, including entertainment, car rentals, and cell phones.
Resources for child and elder care.