Dental Hygienist

Provident Behavioral Health; Worthington (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

PTO

Ongoing education

Mentorship

High-quality supplies

Growth environment

Job summary

Provident Behavioral Health in Worthington, MN seeks a Dental Hygienist to provide essential clinical care and patient education within our dental practice. You will perform hygienist procedures, document medical histories, and deliver preventative care while promoting oral health awareness.

You will use digital x-ray equipment, scanners, and diagnostic devices, collaborating with the dental team to ensure exceptional patient experiences.

Qualifications

• Active dental hygienist license and relevant degree(s).
• Knowledge of dental procedures, patient screening, and medical history documentation.
• CPR certification.
• Experience with digital equipment and electronic record systems preferred.
• Strong desire for professional growth and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental hygiene procedures, including patient screening and medical history documentation.
• Deliver preventative care and promote oral health awareness.
• Utilize digital tools such as x-rays, scanners, and diagnostic devices.
• Collaborate with the dental team to ensure exceptional patient experiences.
• Maintain compliance with safety and health standards, including TB testing.

Skills

CPR certification

Patient screening

Medical history documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygiene degree

Tools

Digital x-ray equipment

Electronic health records (EHR)

Scanners

Diagnostic devices

Job description

Role Overview

The Dental Hygienist provides essential clinical care, patient education, and support within a dental practice.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental hygiene procedures, including patient screening and medical history documentation.
• Deliver preventative care and promote oral health awareness.
• Utilize digital tools such as x-rays, scanners, and diagnostic devices.
• Collaborate with the dental team to ensure exceptional patient experiences.
• Maintain compliance with safety and health standards, including TB testing.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current dental hygienist license and relevant educational degrees.
• Knowledge of dental procedures, patient screening, and medical history documentation.
• CPR certification.
• Experience with digital equipment and electronic record systems is preferred.
• Strong desire for professional growth and continuous learning.

Key Attributes

Excellent clinical skills, patient advocacy, and ability to perform essential duties with or without accommodations. Flexibility to attend training sessions and handle physical demands such as lifting up to 45 pounds.

Benefits & Support

Competitive health and retirement benefits, paid holidays and PTO, ongoing education, mentorship opportunities, high-quality supplies, and a stable, growth-oriented environment.