Dental Hygienist

Edina, MN | Part-time or Full-time | $52–$70/hr

NO nights. NO weekends. 4-day workweek.

New grads are welcome! We love helping build a strong foundation with hands-on mentoring and plenty of encouragement.

About Us

Interlachen Dental Associates has been a staple in the Edina community since 1987. We’re a privately owned, family-focused practice that cares for patients of all ages—from toddlers to great-grandparents.

We hold ourselves to high clinical standards, but we also value the human side of dentistry. Compassion, communication, flexibility, and laughter (especially in sterilization!) are what makes us a strong team.

We offer a broad range of care—from routine services, preventive care, to Invisalign, surgical implants, laser therapy, Dysport/fillers, digital scanning, and more. You’ll work alongside two experienced dentists who value their hygiene team and are committed to collaborative, personalized, and compassionate care.

Our office is continually growing, and with that growth comes ongoing investment in our team. We aim to create a workplace that is comfortable and one you look forward to coming into.

If you're looking for an office where you'll feel supported, appreciated, and inspired—and where exceptional patient care is our shared passion—we might be the perfect fit.

Qualifications

• State licensure as a dental hygienist

• Current CPR certification required

• Proficiency in dental imaging and patient assessment

• Ability to operate standard dental equipment including Cavitron, x-rays, sterilizers, and more

• Knowledge of infection control practices and protocols

• Experience with dental software - preferably Eaglesoft, but not required; training provided

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to deliver care with kindness and confidence to patients of all ages and backgrounds

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Take digital X-rays, use intraoral cameras, and digital scanning

• Deliver thorough, gentle patient care with effective communication and personal attention

• Assess and plan dental hygiene care including prophylaxis, scaling/root planing, debridement, and perio maintenance

• Perform dental hygiene procedures using hand and mechanical scalers with technical skill

• Conduct oral health screenings, review medical history, and communicate findings to the dentist

• Accurately chart patient records

• Provide nitrous oxide under dentist supervision

• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene

• Pursue professional growth through training and continuing education

• Prepare dental equipment and instrumentation following regulations and office protocols

• Document procedures accurately and promptly in the patient management system

• Maintain clean work environment and comply with OSHA and CDC sterilization and infection control standards

• Follow confidentiality and HIPAA laws regarding patient records

• Communicate effectively and foster teamwork with the dentist and staff

• Support business goals by managing schedules and helping meet revenue targets

• Adhere to office policies and uphold clinical excellence and outstanding patient service

Benefits

• Pay: $52–$70/hr based on experience and schedule

• Hygiene production bonus on top of hourly wage

• Flexible schedule: 16–32 hrs/week

• 401(k) with match retirement plan

• Health insurance

• PTO paid holidays

• HSA and FSA options

• Short-term disability

• CE credits professional development

• Employee family dental care discounts

• Special employee pricing on Dysport and Zoom Whitening

What Sets Us Apart

• We’re family-owned—not corporate. We know your name and your story.

• We know the struggles of the dental field—and we’re in it together.

• We support our team’s goals—both professional and personal.

• We offer on-the-job training. No iTero digital scan experience? No problem—we’ll teach you.

• We treat each other (and our patients) like family.

• Covered staff parking is available (essential during Minnesota winters!).

• We have a cozy lounge area for staff to relax and recharge.

• We’re located just down the hall from Jerry’s Foods and Starbucks.

• Enjoy lunch/break at the open dining area at Jerry’s Grocery store. Bring your own lunch or order from ‘The Kitchen’.

• Pursue professional growth through training and continuing education

• Free, unlimited access to a newly renovated, staff only, fitness center with secure entry, private lockers, showers, and changing areas.

• We’re surrounded by growing neighborhoods—new apartments, senior living, and family homes—so there’s no shortage of patients and strong job security.

Interested? Let’s Talk.

We’d love to meet you, show you around, and see if Interlachen Dental feels like the right fit.

Bring your skills, your questions, and your favorite scaler—we’re ready for you.