Dental Hygienist - Rochester, MN - Full Time

Blue Jay Dental; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 83,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

HSA/FSA options

Paid time off

Holidays

Stock purchase plan

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Blue Jay Dental in Rochester, Minnesota is seeking a Dental Hygienist for a full-time, in-person role. You will perform preventive hygiene and periodontal care, working closely with dentists and staff to ensure a welcoming patient experience.

The position requires Minnesota dental hygiene licensure, and the clinic offers mentorship, CE support, and a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, HSA/FSA options, PTO, holidays, and more.

Qualifications

• Minnesota dental hygiene license required.
• Experience in preventive hygiene and periodontal care preferred.
• Ability to educate patients on home-care routines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver preventive hygiene and periodontal care.
• Educate patients on home-care routines.
• Coordinate with dentists and team members.
• Document care and ensure patient comfort.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Minnesota dental hygiene license

Job description

Dental Hygienist — Rochester, Minnesota

Full-Time Opportunity | Blue Jay Dental

Updated September 11, 2026

Build a rewarding hygiene career with the time, support, and resources to help patients care for their smiles. Blue Jay Dental is recruiting a dental hygienist for an established practice serving the Rochester area. You will work with dentists and colleagues who value prevention, clear communication, and a welcoming patient experience.

COMPENSATION

Starting pay is $60 per hour. Incentive programs offer the opportunity to earn up to $88 per hour; that higher amount includes incentives and is not a guaranteed base wage. A sign-on bonus is available, with the amount and terms discussed during the hiring process.

SCHEDULE

Full-time scheduling is available. Specific days and hours will be discussed during the interview. This is an in-person patient-care position in the Rochester area.

WHAT YOUR WORK WILL INCLUDE

• Deliver preventive hygiene services and periodontal care.
• Help patients understand home-care routines and ways to maintain oral health.
• Coordinate with dentists and other team members to support each patient’s treatment.
• Document care accurately and help patients feel comfortable throughout their visit.

SUPPORT AND BENEFITS

The practice offers training, individual mentorship, continuing education support, and opportunities for professional development. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and orthodontia coverage; paid time off and holidays; a 401(k) with company match and Roth options; HSA and FSA options; life and short- and long-term disability insurance; pet insurance; and an employee stock purchase option. Eligibility and plan details will be reviewed during hiring.

ABOUT YOU

You bring a patient-focused approach, sound clinical judgment, and a willingness to collaborate. Appropriate Minnesota dental hygiene licensure is required before providing clinical care.