What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Community Dental Care?
Join our team in Crystal as a full-time Hygienist! Our Hygienists serve as integral members of the clinical team in providing high quality and caring dentistry as well as an exceptional patient experience.
Who We Are
Community Dental Care is Minnesota's largest provider of comprehensive dental care for people of all ages on public programs. We operate five clinics across the state, including the Twin Cities, Rochester and Buffalo.
Why Work for Us
- Enjoy meaningful work in a collaborative environment that fosters professional growth
- Provide culturally sensitive oral health care, preventive education, professional training, and advocate for access for all
- Full-time Hygienist new hires are eligible for our loan repayment program with a 2-year employment commitment, as well as a quarterly monetary incentive.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive dental care with a focus on the health needs of the patients
- Perform preliminary and existing charting of the oral cavity and surrounding structures
- Perform initial and periodic examinations and assessments
- Formulate a dental hygiene treatment plan in coordination with a dentist’s treatment plan
- Complete debridement, prophylaxis, and nonsurgical periodontal therapy; place subgingival medicaments.
- Provide nutritional counseling
- Administer nitrous oxide inhalation analgesia and monitor patient
- Apply topical medications including fluoride varnishes and desensitizing agents
Qualifications
- Dental Hygienist license
- CPR/AED certification
- Experience working with culturally diverse communities preferred
- Proficiency in a second language preferred
Crystal Clinic Hours
Monday-Thursday 7:20am-3:30pm
Friday 7:20am-2:30pm
What We Offer
- Comprehensive medical, dental and life insurance
- Paid time off; 401k plus company match
- Internal growth and professional development opportunities
- CE classes and license renewals
About Us
At Community Dental Care, we provide high quality dental care in a caring, culturally respectful manner. Our team of over 300 employees are committed to our mission and seek to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. We value our staff and equip them with the tools and training needed to be successful.
Community Dental Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that our diversity makes us stronger and empowers us to serve our patients in a culturally sensitive manner.