Licensed Dental Hygienist

Apple Tree Dental

$87K — $101K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program
  • Active Minnesota dental hygiene license or eligibility for licensure in MN
  • Current CPR (BLS) certification from American Heart Association or Red Cross
  • Local anesthesia/N2O certification preferred
  • Valid state driver's license
  • Effective communication skills in English

Responsibilities

  • Perform dental prophylaxis and periodontal therapies including scaling & root planing
  • Conduct oral cancer screenings and periodontal charting
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care practices
  • Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide (N2O) as certified
  • Take and develop dental X-rays, utilizing AI for diagnosis and treatment planning
  • Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with safety protocols
  • Train on advanced scope of dental hygiene practice and utilize all skills in a well-paced work environment

Benefits

  • Options for part-time or full-time hybrid work with the Hawley clinic
  • Collaborative practice environment utilizing teledentistry
  • Opportunity to work with a clinical team and specialty consults in the Twin Cities
  • Emphasis on utilizing a full scope of dental hygiene skills
  • Chance to impact and provide care to the local community
Full Job Description
This is a unique opportunity to help expand our Becker County Outreach Program located in Detroit Lakes, MN.

This collaborative practice hygiene position will include utilizing teledentistry and triage to work in partnership with our Hawley, MN clinical team and specialty consults with our team in the Twin Cities as need.

Options are available to work part-time or full-time as a hybrid with our Hawley clinic. Experienced hygienist preferred, but all welcome to apply. Experience what is it like to truly love what you do while providing essential care to your community!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform dental prophylaxis and periodontal therapies, including scaling & root planing
  • Conduct oral cancer screenings and periodontal charting
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care practices
  • Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide (N2O) as certified
  • Take and develop dental X-rays & use AI for diagnosis and treatment planning
  • Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with safety protocols
  • Train on advanced scope of dental hygiene practice and utilize ALL your skills in a well-paced work environment


Requirements:

  • Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program
  • Active Minnesota dental hygiene license in good standing or ability to apply in MN via licensure through credentials
  • Current CPR (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross
  • Local anesthesia/N2O certification preferred
  • Valid state driver's license
  • Effective oral and written communication skills in English


$42 - $49 an hour

If you are passionate about providing exceptional dental care and making a difference in the community, we encourage you to apply!

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