Permanent Dental Hygienist Job in Taos, NM
Dental Hygienist Travel or local position Location: IHS facilities, Multiple locations available in NM, OK, AZ, ND, SD Pay Rate: $ per hour plus travel stipends if applicable Schedule: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday 40 hours per week. Part-time and full-time are available. Contract Length: 6 months to 1 year with the option to extend. Benefits: $ per hour Health & Welfare PTO: 10 days per year Accrued 56 hours per year, and holiday pay. Job Description: The Dental Hygienist provides preventive, therapeutic, and educational dental hygiene services to patients. The role supports comprehensive oral health care through clinical treatment, patient education, and collaboration with dental providers. Requirements: Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygienist program in the United States Minimum 1 year of recent experience as a Dental Hygienist. Active, Dental Hygienist license in any U.S. state Current American Heart Association BLS certification Responsibilities: Perform preliminary dental examinations and review patient medical and dental histories Assess oral conditions, chart findings, and identify periodontal disease Perform oral prophylaxis, scaling, root planning, curettage, and fluoride application Apply sealants and provide post-treatment oral hygiene instructions Assist dentists with minor restorative adjustments and temporary fillings Take, process, and interpret dental radiographs (bitewing, periapical, panoramic) Identify abnormalities and refer patients to the dentist as appropriate Pay: $48.00 - $50.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: Paid time off Work Location: In person
