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Dental Hygienist

Part-time

CentraCare

Willmar, MNPart-time$35.85–54.85/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$35.85–54.85/hr
Location
Willmar, MN
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Licensed By The State Of MinnesotaCurrent CPR CertificationAssociate's degree

Job overview

CentraCare is hiring a Dental Hygienist. CentraCare is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join its Dental Clinic in Willmar, MN. This role involves promoting dental health under the direction of a licensed dentist, working in a cozy clinic setting within a large hospital facility. The Dental Hygienist will assist in making patients' experiences safe and enjoyable, collaborating with the dental staff.

Key focus areas include Perform dental prophylaxis or periodontal therapy, Provide oral cancer screening and radiographic studies, and Conduct oral assessments.

Successful candidates bring Accredited Dental Hygiene School Graduate, Associate Degree, and Minnesota State License. Important skills include Dental Prophylaxis, Periodontal Therapy, Oral Cancer Screening, Radiographic Studies, Oral Assessments, and Patient Education.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Dental ProphylaxisPeriodontal TherapyOral Cancer ScreeningRadiographic StudiesOral AssessmentsPatient EducationClinical SkillsPatient Care Techniques

Qualifications

Graduate of Accredited Dental Hygiene SchoolAssociate DegreeLicensed by the State of MinnesotaCurrent CPR Certification1 Year of Experience as a Dental Hygienist2 Years in a Dental Clinic

Full job description

Job Shift: Day

Assignment Category: Casual w/o accruals

Hours per Pay Period: 4-8

Work From Home 100%: No

Pay Ranges: 35.85-53.77

Job Identification: 228404

Job Category: Clinical Professional

Job Schedule: Part time

Join the leading provider of rural healthcare in Minnesota! This is a unique Dental opportunity, allowing you to work in a cozy Dental Clinic setting within a large, integrated hospital facility. You will work with our Dental staff to assist in making our patients' experience a safe and enjoyable one.

Under the direction of a licensed dentist, the Dental Hygienist promotes dental health by:

  • Performing dental prophylaxis or periodontal therapy providing oral cancer screening and radiographic studies

  • Conducting oral assessments

  • Conducting patient education related to practicing good oral hygiene

  • Providing other duties related to preservation of dental health and prevention of dental disease

  • Occasional supervision of dental hygiene students

Schedule

  • Casual – 1-2 shifts every 2 weeks

  • Monday - Thursday 8AM - 4:30PM and on Fridays 8AM-1PM

Pay & Benefits

  • Starting pay begins at $35.85 per hour: exact wage determined by years of related experience

  • Pay range: $35.85 - $54.85 per hour

Qualifications

  • Graduate of accredited Dental Hygiene school

  • Associate degree

  • Licensed by the State of Minnesota.

  • Current CPR Certification.

  • Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Dental Hygienist or 2 years in a Dental Clinic.

  • Must possess and demonstrate basic level clinical skills and patient care techniques.

The CentraCare - Dental Clinic is a collaboration with the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry (https://dentistry.umn.edu/) ’s community outreach programs.

"You have a really nice team here and everyone works well together." - U. of M. Dental

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.

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