Find your purpose as a Dental Hygienist at our Willmar - Rice Memorial location! We have undergone recent Leadership changes that have had a very positive affect on both our current team and our new hires!

We are seeking a Hygienist to fill Casual hours (One day or so every two weeks), working with our Dental team to assist in making our patients' experience a safe and enjoyable one. 

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. Our team environment is stable and supportive, and we treat our patients like family.

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, we are like a family. Our team thrives in working with the diverse clientele in our Willmar community.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of a licensed dentist, 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.

“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

WAGES & HOURS:

• CentraCare offers a competitive wage, with most Hygienists starting at $30 or more depending on experience.
• Great Hours! One day (or so) every two weeks with the opportunity for more hours. (No nights, No weekends!)
• Our Clinic is open from Monday - Thursday 8am - 4:30pm, and on Friday's8am-1pm 

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of accredited Dental Hygiene school is required.
• Associate degree is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• 1 years' experience as a hygienist.
• 2 years' experience in a dental related field.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Licensed by the State of Minnesota. Required
• Current CPR Certification. Required

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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.

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.