We are currently seeking a full or part-time Dental Hygienist in Floodwood, MN to support our dental clinic. Our dental teams enjoy a positive and fast-paced environment in modern and well equipped facilities. This position will deliver direct patient care as assigned using established dental hygienist procedures. The full-time schedule for this position is Mon - Thurs, 8am-5:30pm. A part-time schedule is 2-3 days per week.

Dental Hygienist Responsibilities:

Review and record patient medical histories and dental charting
Clean calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums using dental instruments
Perform root planning and scaling procedures for the treatment of gum disease
Examine patient gums and teeth for signs of disease, charting conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment from dentist
Administer local anesthetic agents under dentist’s general supervision
Operate X-ray machines
Provide patient education to assist with developing and maintaining good oral hygiene
Maintain, sterilize, and sharpen dental equipment
Typical patient visits are scheduled in 60 minute increments. None production environment

Full-time Benefits Package:

Flexible and Supportive Training
12 Annual Vacation Days - Accrue up to 320 hours
12 Annual Sick Days - Accrue up to 520 hours
7 Holidays and 3 Personal Days
Health Insurance options through Medica with HSA
$2,000 Dental Benefit
Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
Long term disability plan
$50,000 Life Insurance and AD&D
403(b) Retirement Plan through American Funds
Eligible for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program!

To support our full-time Licensed Dental Hygienists we also supply:

CPR Certification
5 Annual Continuing Education Days
$2,000 Annual Continuing Education Benefit
Covered License Renewal Costs

**Note: A pro-rated and reduced benefit plan is provided to part-time employees.

Dental Hygienist Requirements:

Patient Care Focus
Team Centered Approach
Time Management Skills
Thoroughness
Current MN Licensure in Dental Hygiene
2-3 years experience as a Dental Hygienist preferred
Experience with VisDental or other electronic dental records is also preferred

About Us: Scenic Rivers Health Services is a Community Health Center and a Federally Qualified Health Center. Originally started as Cook Area Health Services in 1979, we’ve been expanding into new clinics and gaining new providers ever since. We currently serve an 8,300 square mile area with seven medical clinics and four dental clinics. Scenic Rivers Health Services is associated with critical access hospitals in Cook and Bigfork, allowing us to provide patient care 24 hours a day.

Culture Statement: At Scenic Rivers Health Services we strive for a positive culture. Teamwork is valued in a supportive environment to achieve optimal patient care. We encourage a strong work-life balance, with a positive mindset and respect for each other. All employees play a critical role in shaping a culture of accountability, ensuring they and their coworkers meet high standards, thus inspiring everyone on our team.

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