Dental Hygienist
Location: Fort Stockton / Lynaugh Units - Fort Stockton, TX
Employer: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) - Managed Care
Schedule: 4 x 10-hour shifts (Monday–Friday) | No nights, weekends, or on-call
Redefine Your Role in Dental Care
Looking for a dental hygiene position where your skills truly matter—without production quotas or upselling pressure? Join TTUHSC Managed Care as a Dental Hygienist in Fort Stockton, Texas, providing medically necessary dental care to an underserved population in a structured, supportive environment.
This correctional healthcare role offers lower daily patient volume, allowing you to deliver thorough, patient-centered care focused on prevention, education, and dignity. You’ll work in a secure, well-equipped clinic under the supervision of a licensed dentist with a consistent schedule and predictable hours.
Why This Role Stands Out
Meaningful Impact
- Provide essential oral healthcare to an underserved population
- Educate patients and improve long-term oral and overall health
- Focus on compassionate, ethical care—not production goals
Work-Life Balance
- 4x10 work week with firm start and end times
- No evenings, weekends, or unexpected overtime
- Low no-show rates and steady workflow
Team-Based & Supportive
- Collaborative environment with dentists and dental assistants
- Emphasis on teamwork, professionalism, and quality care
Professional Growth & Stability
- Diverse clinical experience in a unique healthcare setting
- Long-term stability within an academic health system
Key Responsibilities
- Perform dental cleanings, including prophylaxis and scaling/root planing
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care
- Capture digital dental radiographs
- Apply topical fluoride treatments
- Maintain infection control standards, including equipment disinfection and instrument sterilization per OSHA guidelines
- Maintain accurate dental records (manual and electronic)
- Assist as a Dental Assistant when needed
- Manage dental supply inventory and ensure timely ordering
- Respond to sick call requests and assist with patient scheduling
Benefits & Perks – TTUHSC
- Competitive compensation
- 4-day work week (4x10 schedule)
- Comprehensive State of Texas benefits, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, Retirement through the Teacher Retirement System (TRS), Paid holidays and generous paid time off
- Medical malpractice coverage
- Job stability with a respected academic healthcare system
- Access to professional training and development opportunities
Join TTUHSC Managed Care in Fort Stockton and rediscover why you chose dental hygiene- focused care, real impact, and a schedule that supports your life.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online. For more information, please contract us at 806-743-2686 or MCHR@ttuhsc.edu
EEO Statement :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.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person