Licensed Dental Hygienist

Apple Tree Dental

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Little Falls, Minnesota

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Perform dental prophylaxis, periodontal therapies, and oral cancer screenings while educating patients on preventive care. Collaborate with dental providers to ensure comprehensive patient care and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

You are a licensed dental hygienist with a degree from an accredited program and an active Minnesota dental hygiene license. You possess current CPR (BLS) certification and are skilled in performing dental prophylaxis, periodontal therapies, oral cancer screenings, and taking dental x-rays.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Dental prophylaxis

Periodontal therapies

Scaling & root planning

Oral cancer screenings

Periodontal charting

Oral hygiene education

Dental x-rays

CPR (BLS) certification

Minnesota dental hygiene license

Job Description

Join a mission-driven nonprofit organization in Little Falls, MN, dedicated to improving access to quality oral healthcare. We are seeking a full-time Licensed Dental Hygienist to provide patient-centered preventive and therapeutic care while promoting oral health education in the community.

\nWhy Join Us?
  • Competitive Pay
  • Flexible Schedule: No evenings or weekends! Full time 4-5 days/wk preferred, part-time as needed.
  • Loan Forgiveness Opportunities:
  • Up to $55,000 for full-time
  • Up to $30,000 for part-time
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Long-term and short-term disability, including maternity leave
Paid Time Off & Holidays:
  • Up to 4 weeks PTO
  • 6 paid holidays
Additional Perks:
  • Licensure renewal reimbursement
  • Scrub allowance
  • Continuing education support
Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform dental prophylaxis and periodontal therapies, including scaling & root planning
  • Conduct oral cancer screenings and periodontal charting
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care
  • Take and develop dental x-rays
  • Collaborate with dental providers to ensure comprehensive patient care
  • Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with safety protocols
Requirements:
  • Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program
  • Active Minnesota dental hygiene license in good standing
  • Current CPR (BLS) certification
\n$41 - $49 an hour\n

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact in a supportive, community-focused environment. Apply today to join our dedicated team!

Apple Tree Dental

At Apple Tree Dental, our mission is to overcome barriers to oral health. Apple Tree’s staff works to achieve its mission by delivering education, prevention, and restorative dental services to vulnerable populations and by providing leadership and innovation to transform the health care system. With nine Centers for Dental Health in Minnesota, a Community Outreach Center, and a robust On-Site Care Program, our specially trained dentists and multilingual staff provide preventive care and treatment to more than 37,000 patients each year. We are nationally recognized for our pioneering approach to integrating dental care as part of overall health and well-being, and we are proud to serve everyone, transcending age and ability.
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