Dental Hygienist

Position: Dental Hygienist - Full-time
# Dental Hygienist
- Full-timeU.S. Navy Full Timemid Garrett Park, Maryland, USPosted Yesterday##

Role Overview U.S. Navy is hiring a mid-level Dental Hygienist
- Full-time. This is a full-time role in Garrett Park. Part of U.S. Navy's Qa hiring, posted yesterday. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.## Salary Context Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Mid-level Qa roles is $55k-$75k (based on 81 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.##

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For Dental Hygienists seeking a truly unique career path:

The U.S. Navy is currently offering a new, limited-time pilot program to join as a Hospital Corpsman specializing in Dental Hygiene (HM/DH). This exclusive initiative provides a fast-track to advancement within a mission-driven environment, allowing you to provide comprehensive clinical care to our nation’s Sailors, Marines, and their families. You’ll support the oral health and readiness of our forces while building clinical excellence in modern dental facilities across the globe, from state-of-the-art hospitals to afloat facilities aboard aircraft carriers.

As part of this pilot program, a limited-time $20,000 signing bonus is also available. Qualified candidates may be eligible for advanced entry paygrades, recognizing their professional credentials:

E-4 (Petty Officer Third Class):
Candidates with an Associate Degree from a CODA-accredited Dental Hygiene program can enter at this advanced paygrade, with an earning potential of up to $104,000 annually*.E-6 (Petty Officer First Class):
State-licensed Dental Hygienists may qualify for entry at this higher paygrade, with an earning potential of up to $116,000 annually*.### Responsibilities
* Assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate preventive and therapeutic dental care under the supervision of a Navy Dental Officer.
* Perform periodontal therapy, including scaling and root planing.
* Take, process, and interpret dental radiographs.
* Apply fluoride, sealants, and other preventive and chemotherapeutic treatments.
* Provide critical oral health and nutrition education to patients.
* Document patient care, clinical readiness, and treatment outcomes with precision.
* Uphold the highest standards of infection control and support clinical quality assurance protocols.

What to ExpectA team-based clinical practice with a steady patient flow, free from the production pressures of private practice.

A mission-driven schedule focused on patient readiness, which may include early mornings, evenings, or operational deployment support.

A dynamic mix of preventive services, advanced periodontal therapy, radiography, and patient education.

Opportunities to support humanitarian missions and deliver care in unique environments worldwide.### Work Environment Serve in modern, well-equipped dental clinics and hospitals at Navy bases in the U.S. and overseas.

Potential assignments to afloat dental facilities aboard aircraft carriers and hospital ships (USNS Comfort/Mercy).Opportunities for operational and humanitarian deployments as required by mission needs.

Training & Advancement The Navy is committed to your professional growth. In addition to traditional advancement pathways, we are launching a new pilot program offering fast-track advancement for qualified Dental Hygiene candidates.

Direct Procurement Enlistment Program (DPEP) Pilot:
This new initiative is designed to align with civilian industry standards and reward your expertise from day one.

Earn up to $104,000
* annually when you enlist as an E-4 (Petty Officer Third Class):
Candidates with an Associate Degree from a CODA-accredited Dental Hygiene program can enter the Navy at an advanced paygrade.

Earn up to $116,00
* annually enlist as an E-6 (Petty Officer First Class):
Candidates who are already state-licensed as a…