Dental Hygienist-Traveling

Overview

At Midwest Dental, supported by Smile Brands, you get the best of both worlds – the welcoming, relationship-driven environment of private practice paired with the stability, training, and career-building resources of a leading dental organization. Here, we empower you to practice at the top of your scope, connect meaningfully with patients, and truly make a difference in the communities we serve.

As a Traveling Hygienist across our Southern Minnesota offices, you'll have the unique opportunity to support multiple teams, build connections across practices, and bring high-quality care to patients throughout the region — from charming river towns to vibrant university communities and peaceful rural escapes. Every day offers a fresh setting, new faces, and the ability to stretch your skills while enjoying a flexible, dynamic work experience.

Enjoy a collaborative culture that truly takes care of you, so you can take care of patients — wherever the day takes you.

Community Variety, One Supportive Home Base Experience the best of Southern Minnesota — from lakes and trails to historic Main Streets, thriving local businesses, and welcoming communities — all while providing continuity of care across multiple Midwest Dental locations.

Autonomy with Consistent Support Enjoy the independence of private practice feel paired with regional support, strong clinical leadership, and operational systems that set you up for success.

Growth Made Easy Access mentorship, continuing education, and company-paid CE that help you sharpen your skills and grow your career while practicing cutting-edge, prevention-focused dentistry.

Real Patient Relationships & Impact You’ll help patients build lasting oral health habits, deliver meaningful education, and support long-term wellness — no rushed appointments, no compromising on care.

A Culture Rooted in Kindness & Encouragement You’ll join teammates and leaders who value empathy, celebrate wins, and foster a positive, people-first workplace where you’re appreciated and supported.

Flexibility & Variety Enjoy a role tailored for hygienists who love mobility, adaptability, and the opportunity to experience different practice settings, teams, and patient populations — without sacrificing stability or benefits.

M-F business hours

• Deliver high-quality standard of care through preventive treatments, diagnostics, and evidence-based protocols.
• Educate and motivate patients toward better oral and overall health.
• Collaborate with dentists and hygiene teammates to co-diagnose and personalize treatment.
• Create a welcoming, judgement-free environment for every patient.
• Stay current with new technologies and instruments that advance care.

• A licensed dental hygienist who is passionate about patient care, education, and practicing at the top of their scope to improve oral health outcomes.
• Either an active state hygiene license or eligibility to become licensed (new grads are welcome!)
• A current CPR certification

$63-68 per hour

Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off (“PTO”), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan. As a dental hygienist, you'll also enjoy complimentary CEs and access to other internal training opportunities to support your growth.

Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 30 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone!® Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site.

Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

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