No salary listed — similar Dental Hygienist roles pay ~$89k (median of 22 jobs)
About the Role
PRN dental hygienist in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Correctional/detention setting. Flexible as-needed schedule. Comprehensive benefits.
Join Wellpath as a Dental Hygienist – PRN, Correctional Setting in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Benefits & Compensation
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401k
- DailyPay
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company paid life insurance
- Health Spending Accounts
Work Schedule
- Per Diem position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join Wellpath as a Dental Hygienist – PRN, Correctional Setting.
Key Responsibilities
The Dental Hygienist provides direct dental care, including cleanings and x-rays, while educating patients on oral hygiene under the supervision of a dentist. They are also responsible for maintaining dental equipment, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring accurate clinical documentation.
Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Dental Hygienist school with at least two years of experience, preferably in a correctional setting. A current, unrestricted state license and active BLS and ACLS certifications are required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Dental Hygiene Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 24% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
Position Insights
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