Dental Hygienist

We are hiring a dental hygienist for a full-time position - four days per week - at our small family practice in Mendota Heights, Minnesota.

We have a fantastic patient base and are looking for a friendly, professional hygienist to join our team!

Our clinic hours are 8 am – 4:30 pm; we use Open Dental software and digital radiographs (Dexis).

** While we ideally would LOVE to hire for a full time role, we are open to negotiation on hours/days**

• Ensure patients feel comfortable throughout their appointment
• Conduct initial mouth screenings, check oral health history, and update medical history
• Identify conditions like gingivitis/periodontitis including being up to date on current periodontal classification
• Use cavitron and/or hand scale and polishing techniques
• Educate patients of all ages on proper oral hygiene
• Take radiographs as prescribed by doctor
• Take intra oral photos or assist doctor in taking photos
• Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
• Sterilize dental instruments properly
  
  Help monitor supplies for ordering

• Diploma in Dental Hygiene
• Active licensure in Minnesota

• Hourly pay negotiable
• Days/hours flexible
• Medical insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Free dental care for you and spouse/children
• Continuing Education fees
• Allowance for uniform/scrubs