Correctional Dental Hygienist - $54 per hour

GLC On-The-Go is seeking a local contract Correctional Dental Hygienist for a local contract job in Bastrop, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Dental Hygienist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 20 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Local Contract

GLC Government Services is seeking a Dental Hygienist to work on a government contract at the Federal Correctional Institution in Bastrop, TX, providing care for adult male inmates in custody.

Facility: Health Services Department, Federal Correctional Institution, Bastrop, TX Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM (30-minute unpaid lunch, excluding federal holidays)

Pay Rate: $53.59 per hour

Qualifications

• Licensed/certified as a Registered Dental Hygienist in the state of Texas
• Dental radiology certification required; anesthesia certification preferred but not required
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience preferred but not required
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
• Ability to work with inmates from diverse cultural, regional, racial, and ethnic backgrounds

Scope of Work (includes but is not limited to)

• Provide dental prophylaxis, preventive oral health services, and periodontal care
• Deliver individualized oral hygiene instructions and monitor the patient's oral health
• Complete dental X‑rays as directed by the dentist
• Perform suture removal, administer local anesthetic, and provide other services if trained
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control procedures
• Oversee housekeeping and infection control by health services workers
• Manage scheduling, documentation, and data entry into the agency’s electronic system
• Maintain medical records and confidentiality
• Follow BOP Dental Service policies, including employee conduct, security, infection control, waste management, and data management
• Perform additional reasonable tasks as assigned by supervisory staff
• Physical requirements: long periods of standing, walking, sitting, and bending; occasional lifting of boxes/equipment up to 35 pounds

Benefits

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

About GLC On-The-Go

GLC is more than just a staffing agency – we’re your trusted partner in finding travel, local, and PRN contracts that align with your career aspirations and lifestyle. 

We specialize in connecting travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals like you with opportunities in acute care, long-term care, behavioral health, and allied fields across the U.S. 

Our attentive and friendly recruiters are always just a call or text away, ready to guide you at every step, ensuring you feel valued and heard. 

We understand the unique needs of travel healthcare professionals, which is why we offer comprehensive benefits and 24/7 support.

Join GLC, where our 20+ years of experience mean we know how to help you find the assignments that turn your career goals into reality. 

With us, it's not just a placement – it's your dream career made possible

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