DescriptionWe are currently seeking a full or part-time Dental Hygienist in Bigfork, 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, 7am-5pm. A part-time schedule is 2-3 days per week.Dental Hygienist Responsibilities:Review and record patient medical histories and dental chartingClean calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums using dental instrumentsPerform root planning and scaling procedures for the treatment of gum diseaseExamine patient gums and teeth for signs of disease, charting conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment from dentistAdminister local anesthetic agents under dentist's general supervisionOperate X-ray machinesProvide patient education to assist with developing and maintaining good oral hygieneMaintain, sterilize, and sharpen dental equipmentTypical patient visits are scheduled in 60-minute increments.Dental Hygienist Requirements:Patient Care FocusTeam Centered ApproachTime Management SkillsThoroughnessCurrent MN Licensure in Dental Hygiene2-3 years experience as a Dental Hygienist preferredExperience with VisDental or other electronic dental records is also preferredFull-time Benefits Package:Flexible and Supportive Training12 Annual Vacation Days - Accrue up to 320 hours12 Annual Sick Days - Accrue up to 520 hours7 Holidays and 3 Personal DaysHealth Insurance options through Medica with HSA$2,000 Dental BenefitDependent Care Flex Spending AccountLong term disability plan$50,000 Life Insurance and AD&D403(b) Retirement Plan through American FundsEligible for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program!To support our full-time Licensed Dental Hygienists we also supply:CPR Certification5 Annual Continuing Education Days$2,000 Annual Continuing Education BenefitCovered License Renewal Costs**Note: A pro-rated and reduced benefit plan is provided to part-time employees.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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