Part Time Licensed Dental Hygienist

Job description

Join a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality oral healthcare to one of our Community Outreach partners in Stillwater, MN. We are seeking a **Part-time Licensed Dental Hygienist** to deliver patient-centered preventive and therapeutic care while promoting oral health education. The schedule is very flexible, as little as one day a week, however, we wellcome additional hours too! ### Why Join Us? - Competitive Hourly Pay (Non-Exempt Position) - Loan Forgiveness Opportunities: Up to $55,000 for full-time and Up to $30,000 for part-time ### Key Responsibilities: - Perform dental prophylaxis and periodontal therapies, including scaling & root planning - Conduct oral cancer screenings and periodontal charting - Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care practices - Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide (N2O) as certified - Take and develop dental x-rays - Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with safety protocols - Collaborate with dental providers to ensure comprehensive patient care ### Requirements: - Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program - Active Minnesota dental hygiene license in good standing - 2-4 years of clinical experience preferred - Current CPR (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross - Local anesthesia/N2O certification - Valid state driver’s license - Effective oral and written communication skills in English (Spanish preferred based on clinic location)