Dental Hygienist: Prophylaxis, X-Rays & Patient Education

US Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

US Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System is seeking a licensed dental hygienist to provide comprehensive prophylaxis and radiographic services in a corrections setting. The role emphasizes patient education and maintaining high standards of oral health within a secure environment.

The position requires active licensure in the United States and completion of credentialing standards for radiologic procedures, with documentation uploaded during application.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed dental hygienist in the U.S. or DC.
• Experience performing oral prophylaxis and providing patient education.
• Ability to take and interpret intraoral radiographs (e.g., bitewings, periapicals).

Responsibilities

• Perform oral prophylaxis and patient education.
• Expose, process, and mount intraoral radiographs.
• Instruct patients on proper oral hygiene and care.

Skills

Oral prophylaxis

Oral health education

X-ray interpretation

Education

Dental hygienist degree

Tools

X-ray imaging equipment

Job description

US Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System is seeking a licensed dental hygienist to provide comprehensive prophylaxis and radiographic services in a corrections setting. The role emphasizes patient education and maintaining high standards of oral health within a secure environment.

The position requires active licensure in the United States and completion of credentialing standards for radiologic procedures, with documentation uploaded during application.