Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Hygienist Job Locations US-NM-Albuquerque ID 2026-12826 College TUNY - College of Dental Medicine Position Type Full-Time Schedule Shift M-Th 8:00AM-5:00PM Friday: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM Hours Per Week 36.5 Travel None Category Academic/Program Support FLSA Status Exempt Location : Country US Overview

The Dental Hygienist or Dental Hygiene Faculty (DHF), reporting to the Director of Dental Hygiene, will perform services on patients seen at Touro Dental Health which encompasses traditional and expanded dental hygiene. At the discretion of the Director of Dental Hygiene, the DHF will also assist with student evaluations, counseling, and assessment. This role also assists in preparation and selection of course materials including the didactic, laboratory and clinical activities for students. The Hygienist will guide and help student dentists to manage, appoint, and recall oral hygiene patients. This position requires OSHA training and is subject to exposure to blood and other bodily fluids, as well as, enforcing HIPAA regulations specifically when accessing Protected Health Information (PHI).

Responsibilities

Responsibilities also include but not restricted to:

Performing routine dental prophylaxis and periodontal maintenancesPerforming non-surgical periodontal therapy (scaling/root planning)Placing locally applied antimicrobial medicamentsPlacing sealants/perform polishingOral Cancer screeningAdministering local anesthesiaMaintaining accurate electronic patients' health recordsTaking annual digital x-raysAccurately charting periodontal conditionsApplying fluoride when appropriateCounselling patients on oral hygiene and nutritionPerforming Zoom whiteningTo teach, guide and work together with students on all procedures listed aboveTo evaluate student progressTo teach the Initial Periodontal Treatment Lab Course as a part of student preclinical educationAdherence to confidentiality, state, federal, and HIPAA laws and guidelines with regards to patient's recordsAbility to work equally and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect and EEO rules and regulations Qualifications Education/ExperienceRequired BS Dental Hygiene or Allied Health Sciences degree.Dental Hygienist NM License: RequiredDental Hygienist clinical experience at least 3 years (Required)Teaching experience a plusExperience with dental practice management computers systems such as AxiUmBasic Life Support/ CPR Certification or recent related course completion.Must be available for work during the hours assigned, for student instruction and practice development.Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesKnowledge of medications used in conjunction with dental hygiene work.Knowledge of health record keeping and dental charting.Knowledge of OSHA Blood borne Pathogen Standards and adherence to safety standards.Basic computer skills.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Ability to organize and prioritize tasks.Ability to work under pressure.Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently and as a team member.Ability to educate patients across the lifespan in all aspects of oral hygiene including consequences and treatment options for periodontal diseaseAbility to work well in a professional environmentMust be high integrity & work ethic, motivated, dependable.Adaptable with learning new technology and techniques.Fluent in English, Spanish speaking a plus.Certifications/LicensuresBasic Life Support/ CPR Certification or recent related course completion. Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed

Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:

Full range of Health Plans Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)  Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan Dependent Care and Transit Programs Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance   Short-term and Long-term disability programs  Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment) Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children Employee Assistance Program Early-Release Fridays (upon approval) Generous Paid Time Off Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday Annual Holiday Schedule

All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.

Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.

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