Community Dental Care Saint Paul , MN 55102
Posted 2 months ago
Join our team in St. Paul 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 non-profit dental organization, providing comprehensive dental care to people of all ages across five clinics in 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
Saint Paul Clinic Hours:
Monday - Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm
Friday 8:00am-2:00pm
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 275 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.
Community Dental Care