Dental Hygienist

Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 49,593 - 74,390; Part time

Job summary

CentraCare’s Dental Clinic in Minnesota seeks a part-time Dental Hygienist to perform prophylaxis or periodontal therapy under a licensed dentist. You’ll screen for oral cancer, take radiographs, assess patient needs, and educate on hygiene practices, while occasionally supervising dental hygiene students.

Ideal candidates hold an accredited DH degree, Minnesota license, and current CPR. Flexible casual shifts—1-2 every 2 weeks—offer rewarding community-focused care within a hospital-associated

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Dental Hygiene school.
• Licensed by the State of Minnesota.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Dental Hygienist or 2 years in a Dental Clinic.
• Must possess and demonstrate basic level clinical skills and patient care techniques.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a licensed dentist, perform dental prophylaxis or periodontal therapy.
• Provide oral cancer screening and radiographic studies.
• Conduct oral assessments and patient education on hygiene practices.
• Assist dental staff and supervise students as needed.

Skills

Dental hygiene

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Join the leading provider of rural healthcare in Minnesota! This is a unique Dental opportunity, allowing you to work in a cozy Dental Clinic setting within a large, integrated hospital facility. You will work with our Dental staff to assist in making our patients' experience a safe and enjoyable one.

Under the direction of a licensed dentist, the Dental Hygienist promotes dental health by performing dental prophylaxis or periodontal therapy, providing oral cancer screening and radiographic studies, conducting oral assessments, conducting patient education and explaining how to practice good oral hygiene, providing other duties related to preservation of dental health and prevention of dental disease, and occasional supervision of dental hygiene students.

Schedule

• Casual – 1-2 shifts every 2 weeks
• Monday - Thursday 8AM - 4:30PM and on Fridays 8AM-1PM

Pay & Benefits

• Starting pay begins at $35.85 per hour: exact wage determined by years of related experience
• Pay range: $35.85 - $53.77 per hour

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Dental Hygiene school
• Associate degree
• Licensed by the State of Minnesota.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Dental Hygienist or 2 years in a Dental Clinic.
• Must possess and demonstrate basic level clinical skills and patient care techniques.

The CentraCare - Dental Clinic is a collaboration with the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry’s community outreach programs.

"You have a really nice team here and everyone works well together." – U. of M. Dental

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.