Dental Hygienist
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CentraCare Clinic Southwest LLC
Willmar, MN, US
Summary
The Dental Hygienist promotes dental health by performing various dental procedures and conducting patient education. They assist in making patients' experiences safe and enjoyable under the direction of a licensed dentist.
Job Description
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’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.
CentraCare is a compassionate, not-for-profit healthcare organization dedicated to enhancing the lives and well-being of Central Minnesota residents. With ten hospitals and over thirty clinics, we provide both primary and specialty care throughout the region. Focused on rural health, we're proud to be one of Minnesota's largest health systems, delivering expert care close to home. Our mission is simple: We're here for your whole life — to listen, serve, guide, and heal — because your health means everything.
Founded
1886
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
St. Cloud, MN
CentraCare is a compassionate, not-for-profit healthcare organization dedicated to enhancing the lives and well-being of Central Minnesota residents. With ten hospitals and over thirty clinics, we provide both primary and specialty care throughout the region. Focused on rural health, we're proud to be one of Minnesota's largest health systems, delivering expert care close to home. Our mission is simple: We're here for your whole life — to listen, serve, guide, and heal — because your health means everything.
Founded
1886
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
St. Cloud, MN
