Open Rank Dental Hygienist of Dental Medicine

Benefits Eligible The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information. Position Summary

Are you a passionate and dedicated Hygienist eager to make a meaningful difference in the field of Dental Hygiene? Look no further! Our esteemed dental practice is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our team as a Dental Hygienist. The University of New Mexico is seeking faculty at the Open Rank level in the Open Track to join the Department of Dental Medicine, Division of Dental Hygiene. The Department of Dental Medicine has a primary mission of delivering education and a full spectrum of clinical care. We believe that everyone deserves access to exceptional dental care, regardless of their abilities or challenges.

The Department of Dental Medicine in collaboration UNMH at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque is looking for a full-time Dental Hygienist to provide and oversee direct dental diagnosis, treatment, procedures, and care for patients in a public health setting. You will work closely with our team to deliver personalized and compassionate dental services tailored to the unique needs of each patient. The ideal candidate should be comfortable teaching course for the Hygiene Program. In addition, the ideal candidate will have experience working with and supervising dental residents. This is a Open Rank position which affords applicants the opportunity to enter as an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor and educator who is primarily engaged in clinical care with residents. The successful applicant will join an interdisciplinary team of faculty providing the delivery of education, clinical care, and research. This position will be doing 0.8 clinical in UNMH (UNM Hospital) and 0.2 educational with UNM Dental Hygiene.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform routine cleanings, scaling, and polishing while ensuring comfort and reducing anxiety
• Educate patients and caregivers on the importance of daily oral hygiene practices, as well as how to manage oral care routines at home.
• Teaching courses at all levels, graduate student thesis/project advising and research mentoring, committee work, and scholarly and service activity.
• Participate in community outreach efforts to raise awareness about the importance of dental care.
• Accurately document patient assessments, treatments provided, and progress in the patient’s medical records to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide feedback and recommendations to the clinical team regarding the patient’s ongoing dental needs.

Opportunities:

• UNM is an R-1 Institution
• Beautiful and modern clinic
• Vibrant and culturally rich city of Albuquerque, which lies in the high desert ecosystem of central New Mexico
• Gorgeous sunsets and spacious mountain views
• World-renowned Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
• Albuquerque boasts easy access to skiing, golfing and countless hiking and biking trails
• Beautiful and modern dental clinic with attached Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)
• Attend in the Main Hospital OR and ASC
• Opportunity to work collaboratively with other specialties in a hospital-based setting
• Competitive Salary with Additional Compensation for Director Title
• Great benefits (such as a medical, dental, vision and retirement plans)
• Beautiful living areas around Albuquerque within 20 min of the clinic
• Gorgeous sunsets and spacious mountain views

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene or related degree
• Current Dental Hygiene License in New Mexico, or license by hire date

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene
• OSHA Certified
• CPR/BLS Certified
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university’s mission to serve local and global communities.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

A complete application must contain a cover letter and CV. Three professional references will be requested when contacted for an interview. For more information contact Angel Baca at (505) 485-8251 angjbaca@salud.unm.edu.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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