Correctional Dental Hygienist - $54 per hour

About the role

Local contract Correctional Dental Hygienist position at Federal Correctional Institution, Bastrop, TX. Specialty: Dental Hygienist, Discipline: Allied Health Professional. Start date: 01/08/2027, duration: 40 weeks, 40 hours per week, shift: 8 hours days, employment type: local contract.

Pay

$53.59 per hour.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM (40 hours/week, excluding federal holidays).

Responsibilities

• Provide dental prophylaxis, preventive oral health, and periodontal care
• Deliver oral hygiene instructions and monitor patient conditions
• Perform dental X‑rays, suture removal, and local anesthesia (if trained)
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control
• Oversee housekeeping and infection control procedures
• Manage scheduling, documentation, and data entry
• Maintain medical records and confidentiality
• Follow BOP Dental Service policies and standards

Requirements

• Licensed Dental Hygienist in Texas
• Dental radiology certification required
• Anesthesia certification preferred
• BLS (AHA or Red Cross)
• 3+ years’ experience preferred
• Ability to work with diverse inmate populations

Physical requirements

Standing, walking, bending; occasional lifting up to 35 lbs.

Benefits

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)