Travel Clinic Dental Hygienist
Santa Fe, NM
DT-Healthcare Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,386/weekOverview
- Start Date03/02/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration52 weeks
- SettingClinic
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,140/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,246/week
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Dental Hygienist. Contract
Location
Santa Fe Indian Health Center. Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Rotation to Santa Clara Health Center Dental and Cochiti Health Clinic as assigned.
Openings
Three positions.
Schedule
• 8 hour shifts 7:30 am to 4:30 pm
• 9 hour shifts 7:30 am to 5:00 pm
• 30 minute unpaid lunch
• Monday through Friday
• No weekends
• No federal holidays
• No on call
Pay
• Local rate $60 per hour
• Non local rate $28.50 per hour
• Per diem $1,246 per week
• Travel allowance $500
Scope of Work
• Perform child and adult prophylaxis
• Provide periodontal debridement and scaling root planing
• Administer topical and local anesthesia
• Complete oral health evaluations and risk assessments
• Record vitals and review medical and dental history
• Perform dental charting and periodontal screenings
• Take and review dental radiographs
• Document all care in Dentrix
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, caries prevention, periodontal disease, tobacco cessation, nutrition
• Apply sealants, fluoride, and desensitizing agents
• Follow chairside infection control standards
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Support periodontal recall systems
• Attend dental staff meetings and program reviews
Qualifications
• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program
• Associate or bachelor degree in dental hygiene
• Active unrestricted dental hygiene license in a US state or territory
• Minimum 24 months dental hygiene experience
• Minimum 12 months relevant specialty experience
• Resume showing direct clinical dental hygiene experience
Why This Role
• Stable weekday schedule
• Federal facility environment
• Competitive hourly pay
• Weekly per diem support
• Travel stipend available
Apply
Submit your resume for immediate consideration. Positions fill quickly.
Employer
DT-Healthcare Staffing
About Santa Fe, NM
As a travel nurse in Santa Fe, NM here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, especially in housing and healthcare.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Summer average high is around 85°F and low is around 50°F.
- Winter average high is around 45°F and low is around 20°F.
- Options for short term rentals are available, but they may be limited due to the popularity of the city.
- It's recommended to start the search early.
- The city is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is convenient for getting around.
- Santa Fe has a diverse population with a mix of Native American, Hispanic, and Caucasian residents.
- The age range is varied, with a significant population of retirees.
- Common health issues may include altitude-related concerns due to the city's elevation.
- There is a growing community of travel nurses in the area.
- Santa Fe offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants serving traditional New Mexican dishes.
- The city is also known for its art galleries, music venues, and outdoor activities such as hiking and skiing in the nearby mountains.