Dental Hygienist

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Coleman (FL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System seeks a dental health program professional to lead preventive dental health efforts for inmates. You will supervise patient education, provide prophylaxis administration, and develop teaching materials to improve oral health within the facility.

You will also demonstrate brushing and flossing techniques and perform standard correctional duties, with security responsibilities taking precedence. Salary range is $52,977–$66,599 per year.

Qualifications

• Transcript uploads may be required to verify educational requirements.
• Education credentials must be from accredited institutions as per USAJOBS guidance.
• Foreign education must meet recognition criteria.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct the preventive dental health program for inmates.
• Instruct patients in oral health care and administration of prophylaxis.
• Develop teaching aids and preventive methods for the inmate population.
• Demonstrate brushing and flossing techniques and educate groups and individuals.

Skills

Oral health education

Patient instruction

Public health

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible planning and directing the preventive dental health program. Instructs patients in oral health care and for the administration of oral prophylaxis. Develop various teaching aids and preventive methods for the inmate population. Instructs patients, individually and in groups, in proper oral hygiene care using materials such as teeth models, displays, disclosing solutions, toothbrushes, and floss.

Demonstrates proper techniques of brushing and flossing using toothbrushes, floss threaders, Perio-Aids, Proxabrushes, etc. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements & Education

ONLY if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience, applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement. Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable).

All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, Click Here. Foreign Education: For information regarding foreign education requirements, please see Foreign Diploma and Credit Recognition at the U.S.

Department of Education website: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $52977 – $66599/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-28.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.