Dental Hygienist

Job Description

In this role, you will be able to be a part of 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. Working with the CentraCare team also allows you to be a part of a network of a large 13,000+ employee healthcare organization And even though we are a part of the larger CentraCare organization, including 3,000 employees at Rice Memorial, our staff operates in a close and supportive team atmosphere.

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, conduct oral assessments, conduct patient education and explain how to practice good oral hygiene, provide other duties related to preservation of dental health and prevention of dental disease, and occasional supervision of dental hygiene students.

Schedule:

• Casual - 1-2 shifts every 2 weeks
• Monday - Thursday 8AM - 4:30PM and on Fridays8AM-1PM

Offerings:

• CentraCare offers a competitive wage, with most Hygienists starting at $30+ or more depending on experience.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of accredited Dental Hygiene school
• Associate degree
• Licensed by the State of Minnesota.
• Current CPR Certification.
• 1 years' experience as a hygienist.

The CentraCare - Dental Clinic is a collaboration with the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry's community outreach programs.

"CentraCare Dental Clinic is an outreach site for the University of Minnesota Dental school. We combine teaching with providing dental care to the community. If you have a passion for teaching, or mentoring, and want to be part of a dynamic and fun team - look no further We strive for excellence and professionalism as we support our dental students through their rotation while providing great dental care to the underserved." -Janice P, Dental Clinic Manager

"You have a really nice team here and everyone works well together."

- U. of M. Dental Student

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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