Dental Hygienist

Seacrest Behavioral Health; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Seacrest Behavioral Health in Minnesota seeks a Dental Hygienist to deliver comprehensive hygiene services, support the clinical team, and promote dental health.

The role emphasizes patient education, careful charting of medical history, use of digital tools, and ongoing professional development; prior experience with dental technology and a collaborative attitude are valued.

Qualifications

• Current dental hygienist license in Minnesota and relevant degrees (Associate’s or Bachelor’s)
• Knowledge of dental procedures, patient screening, and medical history documentation
• CPR certification
• Experience with dental technology and a desire for ongoing learning
• Ability to perform physical duties, including sitting, standing, lifting up to 45 pounds, and attending training sessions

Responsibilities

• Delivering comprehensive dental hygiene services and patient education
• Assisting in patient screenings, medical history documentation, and maintaining clinical protocols
• Supporting the dental team with best practices and quality care delivery
• Participating in continuing education and skill development programs
• Utilizing digital tools and systems such as digital x-rays, scanners, and electronic records

Skills

Patient education

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Dental Hygiene

Tools

Digital x-rays

Dental software

Electronic records

Job description

Role: Dental Hygienist responsible for providing exceptional patient care, supporting the clinical team, and promoting dental health and prevention.

Responsibilities Include

• Delivering comprehensive dental hygiene services and patient education
• Assisting in patient screenings, medical history documentation, and maintaining clinical protocols
• Supporting the dental team with best practices and quality care delivery
• Participating in continuing education and skill development programs
• Utilizing digital tools and systems such as digital x-rays, scanners, and electronic records

Qualifications & Skills

• Current dental hygienist license in Minnesota and relevant degrees (Associate’s or Bachelor’s)
• Knowledge of dental procedures, patient screening, and medical history documentation
• CPR certification
• Experience with dental technology and a desire for ongoing learning
• Ability to perform physical duties, including sitting, standing, lifting up to 45 pounds, and attending training sessions

Key Qualities

Compassionate, detail-oriented, team player, committed to patient education and preventative care