Correctional Dental Hygienist
Aberdeen, WA
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
5x8 hrs

Dental Hygienist – Washington State Department of Corrections

Location: Primary site in Aberdeen, WA with required floating to Shelton, WA

Start Date: 2–3 weeks from offer

Contract Length: 13 weeks with option to extend

Schedule: Monday–Friday, day shift (some flexibility considered)

Pay Details

Local Pay (within 50 miles of Aberdeen, WA)

$70/hour

Travel Pay Package (50+ miles from Aberdeen, WA)

$78/hour blended

• Taxable hourly wage: $43.75/hr
• Weekly housing stipend: $770
• Weekly meals & incidentals stipend: $602
• Total weekly gross: $3,122
• Mileage reimbursement included for required float to Shelton, WA

Position Overview

The Dental Hygienist will provide routine and preventive dental care to incarcerated adults within the Washington State Department of Corrections. This role supports basic dental services for a stable patient population. No oral surgery is performed at this facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform dental cleanings including prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance
• Conduct oral health assessments and charting
• Take and process dental radiographs
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene and preventive care
• Assist in maintaining infection control standards and sterilization of equipment
• Collaborate with the on-site dentist and clinical team to support patient care needs
• Document all care provided in accordance with facility and state guidelines

Requirements

• Active Washington State Dental Hygienist license
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Previous clinical hygiene experience preferred
• Ability to work independently in a correctional healthcare environment
• Willingness to float to Shelton, WA as needed

Benefits

• Weekly pay every Friday
• Direct deposit
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• And more

The Dental Hygienist performs as part of a dental health team under the supervision of a dentist. Involvement includes clinical dental work and education with specific responsibilities governed by the state in which the hygienist is employed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current Registered License for the state in which practicing.
• A minimum of one year experience as a Dental Hygienist Preferred.
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) 
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
• Must be at least 18 years of age

The Dental Hygienist performs as part of a dental health team under the supervision of a dentist. Involvement includes clinical dental work and education with specific responsibilities governed by the state in which the hygienist is employed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current Registered License for the state in which practicing.
• A minimum of one year experience as a Dental Hygienist Preferred.
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) 
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs 

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. 
About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.  
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.