Dental Hygienist

Working Title

Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist

Direct Care and Treatment

• Job : 91278
• Location
  :
  Moose Lake
• Full/Part Time
  :
  Flexible – 32 to 40 hours per week
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted
  : 01/07/2026
• Closing Date
  : 06/08/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
  :
  Direct Care and Treatment
• Division/Unit
  : MSOP Clinical/Medical / MSOP ML Health Services
• Work Shift/Work Hours
  :
  Day Shift – 7am – 5pm (varies)
• Days of Work
  :
  Monday – Friday
• Travel Required
  :
  No
• Salary Range
  : $33.28 – $44.16 hourly; $69,488 – $92,206 annually
• Classified Status
  :
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union
  : 207 – Technical/AFSCME

This position is on-site at the Minnesota Sex Offender Program, Dental Clinic – Moose Lake, MN. The role can be flexible, either part‑time or full‑time, with Saturday and Sunday off.

• Perform all services sanctioned by the Minnesota Board of Dentistry to maintain maximum oral hygiene for clients of State Operated Services Dental Clinics.
• Design and implement a preventive dentistry program in consultation with the dentist to maintain optimal oral hygiene levels for all clients.
• Ensure compliance with infection control policies and procedures, maintaining a safe environment for staff and clients.
• Assist with clinic duties so that client services and clinic operations run effectively and efficiently.

• Minimum
  :
  Registration with the Minnesota Board of Dentistry as a Dental Hygienist.
• Preferred
  :
  • Experience working with different cultural backgrounds and fostering cultural responsiveness.
  • Experience with Dentrix and taking digital radiographs.
  • Experience with tele‑dentistry.
  • Patient‑centered, adaptable to client needs.
  • Team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Resume must clearly describe experience in the areas listed, with month and year for each position held.

Applicants must provide a copy of high‑school diploma or college transcript/degree that identifies the field of study.

Applicants must provide proof of tuberculosis clearance via blood test prior to employment.

Reference checks and a criminal background check will be conducted prior to appointment.

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Annual increases
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans:
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan (income after retirement, requires at least three years of service)
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources supporting physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being

Minnesota state agencies are equal‑opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. The State is committed to a workforce reflecting the diversity of its population, encouraging applicants of color, Indigenous communities, LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.

All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, public assistance status, disability, veteran status, or any protected characteristic as defined by law.