Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

✨ Help patients smile with confidence while changing lives—not just teeth.

About Us

At Aurora Dentistry, we’re redefining what dental care looks like. We don’t just treat teeth—we change lives. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional care, tracking our outcomes, and holding ourselves to the highest standard. We treat every patient like family and create an environment where both patients and team members feel valued, supported, and inspired.

We’re looking for a positive, skilled, and compassionate Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team part-time and help create an exceptional patient experience.

Benefits & Perks

• Career advancement opportunities 
• Flexible scheduling 
• Competitive compensation 
• Supportive and positive team culture 
• Opportunities to grow and develop your skills 

Position Details

• Part-time position starting at 1–2 days per week 
• Monday availability required: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 
• Additional day and schedule are flexible based on applicant availability 

Job Summary

As a Registered Dental Hygienist, you will provide exceptional dental care that makes our patients feel like family. You will perform preventative hygiene services, educate patients on oral health, and assist in supporting comprehensive patient care. We’re looking for someone who is friendly, outgoing, detail-oriented, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients into the treatment area and help them feel comfortable and cared for 
• Perform dental cleanings, periodontal therapy, and preventive treatments 
• Discuss treatment recommendations and oral health goals with patients 
• Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories 
• Take digital x-rays and intraoral images 
• Evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection 
• Remove plaque and apply fluoride treatments 
• Teach proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care 
• Maintain accurate clinical notes and patient records 
• Prepare sterilized equipment and assist during exams and procedures as needed 
• Collaborate closely with the doctor and team to provide exceptional patient care 
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations, HIPAA guidelines, and office policies 
• Help create a positive, supportive, and high-energy clinical environment 

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota Dental Hygienist license 
• Associate’s Degree from an accredited dental hygiene program required 
• 1–2 years of dental hygiene experience preferred 
• Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and dentistry safety guidelines 
• Excellent communication and customer service skills 
• Gentle, patient-focused approach to care 
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive movements as needed 
• Experience with digital charting and dental software preferred 
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset 

What Makes Aurora Dentistry Different

• We focus on changing lives, not just dentistry 
• We track and publish our outcomes to ensure excellence 
• We treat patients with kindness, honesty, and respect 
• Supportive team culture with strong retention and positive energy 
• We value teamwork, accountability, and creating a workplace people love being part of 

What to Expect

We will support you and help you grow—but we also hold our team to a high standard. Our patients deserve to feel cared for, respected, and valued at every interaction.

If you’re someone who loves helping people, takes pride in delivering excellent care, and wants to be part of something meaningful, we’d love to meet you. Apply today!