Hygienist

Registered Dental Hygienist Periodontics | Lakeville, MN

Location: 19925 Idealic Ave, Lakeville, MN 55044 Schedule: Part-time Hours: Flexible with mandatory Fridays

At Advanced Oral Surgery & Periodontics, we are proud to serve the Lakeville community with compassionate, high-quality periodontal and surgical care. Our growing team is dedicated to creating exceptional patient experiences, collaborating closely with general dentists and specialists, and advancing the standard of periodontal health in our community.

We foster a supportive, growth-minded environment where every team member's skills and ideas are valued. If you're an energetic, patient-centered hygienist looking to expand your clinical expertise in a specialty setting, we'd love to hear from you!

Your Role

As a Registered Dental Hygienist in our Lakeville location, you'll play a vital role in delivering outstanding periodontal care and supporting our surgical team. This is an exciting opportunity to combine traditional hygiene skills with the chance to participate directly in periodontal and implant procedures.

You'll collaborate with our periodontist, surgical assistants, and administrative staff to ensure every patient receives exceptional, personalized care from consultation through recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive oral health assessments, including periodontal charting and diagnostic imaging.
• Provide preventive and therapeutic treatments, such as scaling and root planning, fluoride application, and oral hygiene instruction.
• Educate patients on periodontal health, home care, and treatment options.
• Assist in preparing patients for periodontal and implant surgeries, including reviewing medical histories and explaining pre- and post-operative instructions.
• Participate in surgical procedures as trained, expanding your skill set as a surgical assistant or diagnostic technician.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with HIPAA and state regulations.
• Support a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment following OSHA and infection control standards.

What We Offer

We believe in taking care of our team the same way we care for our patients with respect, balance, and long-term growth in mind.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA option)
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Paid Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Uniforms/Scrubs Provided
• Reimbursement for CPR & Licensure Renewal
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• National Discount & Rewards Marketplace
• Career growth and continuing education opportunities

Qualifications

• Current Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in good standing in Minnesota
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Strong communication and patient education skills
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and teamwork
• Knowledge of periodontal therapy, preventive care, and oral surgery preparation
• Preferred: Certification in local anesthesia and nitrous oxide administration
• Preferred: 2+ years of experience in periodontics, oral surgery, or specialty dental practice

Be part of a growing specialty team serving Lakeville and surrounding communities Gain hands-on surgical experience in a collaborative, learning-focused environment Enjoy consistent hours, strong benefits, and work-life balance

Contribute to meaningful patient outcomes and long-term oral health