Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist 8.0 Work-LifeNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$107,744

The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Dental Hygienist – Fairchild Air Force Base

Spokane, WA Full-Time | Monday–Friday | No Weekends Military Dental Clinic | Civilian Position

Spectrum Healthcare Resources is seeking a passionate and skilled Dental Hygienist to support the Dental Clinic at Fairchild Air Force Base in Spokane, Washington.

This is an incredible opportunity to serve active-duty Airmen in a structured, mission-driven military healthcare environment

  • Who We’re Looking For
  • We’re seeking a confident, compassionate Dental Hygienist who:
  • Thrives in a structured clinical environment
  • Values teamwork and professionalism
  • Enjoys patient education and preventive care
  • Takes pride in supporting military members
  • Why You’ll Love This Opportunity
  • Monday–Friday schedule (no nights or weekends)
  • PTO & sick leaveMedical, Dental, Vision options
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • 11 paid Federal holiday's
  • Annual pay: $107,744
  • Supportive clinical team environment
  • Meaningful work supporting military readiness

Required Qualifications

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree from a CODA-accredited Dental Hygiene program
  • Current, full, active, and unrestricted Dental Hygienist license
  • Certification in radiography
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Clinical competency meeting service-specific credentialing standards
  • Strong communication and patient education skills
  • What You’ll Do

Your Responsibilities Will Include

  • Perform comprehensive oral examinations of the mouth, throat, and pharynx
  • Identify abnormalities and refer patients to the dentist as needed
  • Provide prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance
  • Apply desensitizing agents, fluoride treatments, and sealants
  • Educate patients individually and in groups on proper oral hygiene techniques
  • Demonstrate brushing, flossing, and periodontal care methods
  • Take impressions and fabricate sports guards and bleaching trays
  • Polish restorations and apply pit and fissure sealants
  • Provide chairside assistance when needed
  • Maintain, clean, sharpen, and sterilize instruments
  • Document care and manage patient scheduling using the Corporate Dental Application
  • You’ll directly contribute to force readiness and the health of those who serve.

If you’re ready to elevate your career in a respected military clinic without sacrificing work-life balance we would love to speak with you.

This is more than a dental hygiene role. It’s an opportunity to serve those who serve our country, while building a stable and rewarding career.

For More Information Contact

  • Melissa Powell
  • 719-528-7965
  • Melissa_Powell@Spectrumhealth.com

Company Overview

At Spectrum, we utilize over thirty-five years of experience providing optimal solutions for federal agencies that are both innovative and cost-effective. We hold ourselves to the highest standard to ensure successful outcomes for the facilities and healthcare professionals we serve. As a Joint Commission Certified Healthcare Resource, dependability and service are the driving forces of our mission.

  • EOE/Disabled/Veterans
  • Location: Location
  • US-WA-Spokane
  • Recruiter: Full Name: First Last
  • Melissa Powell
  • Direct phone number
  • 719-528-7965
  • Recruiter: Email
  • Melissa_Powell@spectrumhealth.com

Key Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive oral examinations, provide preventive dental care, and educate patients on oral hygiene. Responsibilities also include maintaining clinical instruments and managing patient scheduling within a military healthcare environment.

Requirements

Requires an Associate's or Bachelor's degree from a CODA-accredited program and a current, unrestricted Dental Hygienist license. Candidates must hold certifications in radiography and Basic Life Support (BLS).

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

SterilizationCommunication Skills

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist at Spectrum Healthcare Resources a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Dentistry Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$108k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $101k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Dental Hygienist by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.0 / 10 · top 5% in dental hygienistranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$108kDental Hygienist median $194k (middle half $180k–$250k)16 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$101k in purchasing powerWashington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Washington158 active5,718 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedWashington healthcare professional listings: 20% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 5% offer loan repayment158 active listings, Nov 2026
New Dentistry listings229 in the last 30 days251 the 30 days before (−9%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,151 Dental Hygienist listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$108k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$8k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Dental Hygienist listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,151 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • No nights
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About Spectrum Healthcare Resources

Hospitals and Health Care
Town and Country, Missouri
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

PTO
Sick Leave
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
11 Paid Federal Holidays

Living in Spokane

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$394k≈ 3.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,483/mo≈ 17% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.3
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.