Our team members tell us they work at Open Door because it feels so good to make a difference in the lives of many who are underserved. Open Door is a federally qualified community health center providing medical, dental, and behavioral health (mental health services) to individuals and families throughout south central Minnesota, regardless of their ability to pay. Patients come from more than 25 counties to our Mankato and Jordan, MN clinics. We serve patients who are geographically isolated in rural areas, and many who have other barriers to healthcare. These include cultural and language barriers, poverty, homelessness, and many others. Open Door reaches into the community providing mobile clinical services and increasing access through telehealth services. When you become part of Team Open Door you are making a difference in the communities we serve. Come join us!

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide direct dental care to patients using established dental procedures and techniques as outlined by the ADA.
• Deliver direct care to patients according to established dental hygienist procedure, as needed.
• Perform routine treatment procedures such as prophylaxis, x-rays, application of sealants and fluorides, etc., as needed.
• Assess dental condition and needs of patients, using screening procedures to include medical history review, x-rays, dental and perio charting.
• Professionally and courteously manage patients during dental procedures.
  • Inform patients of and explain dental procedures being performed.
• Conduct dental charting and ensure patient information is entered timely and correctly into the patient’s electronic record in Dentrix.
• Develop and implement individualized dental care plans.
• Provide dental education to patients in a clear and easily understood manner to ensure patients understand the recommended treatment plan and include the patient in the discussion.
• Institute emergency measures for sudden or adverse developments during treatment of patients.
• Assist in managing the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC, and ADA standards.
• Be cooperative, helpful, and a positive role model with Dental student rotations.
• Maintain a level of productivity that ensures achievement of fiscal goals as set by the organization.
• Maintain necessary licensure and CPR certification as required by Minnesota state law and ODHC policy.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Qualifications:

• Must have a dual degree in Dental Therapy/Hygiene and holds a current MN license.
• Abide by ethical standards of licensing board.
• Comply with credentialing requirements by working under a Collaborative Agreement with ODHC Staff Dentists.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an understanding of underserved populations.
• Ability to solve problems effectively, creatively and decisiveness in decision making.
• Ability to develop, lead and facilitate teams to achieve the goals of the department.
• Confidence, professional judgement, and grace under pressure.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.