Dental Hygienist

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and  comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

This position does not provide Visa sponsorship.

The dental hygienist evaluates the oral health status of each patient to effectively plan and deliver comprehensive preventive oral care for periodontal patients. Initial and ongoing periodontal hygiene treatments are conducted in close collaboration with the periodontist to meet the needs of a diverse patient population, including patients referred from various specialties such as: Prosthodontics (including full reconstruction and dental implants), Orthodontics, Osseointegration, Sleep Medicine, Radiation Oncology, Transplant, Cardiovascular, as well as hospital-based care. The dental hygienist provides patient education on dental and periodontal disease processes, enabling the development of individualized home care regimens. The dental hygienist also actively participates in departmental activities, scholarly initiatives, and research projects within the department and throughout the organization.

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assess patient's medical and dental history and periodontal status.

• Review medical history, allergies and medications; identifies potential contraindications to treatment.

• Conduct a thorough intra/extraoral examination; recognizes and records any deviation from normal.

• Assess periodontal status both intraorally and radiographically; utilizes correct principles of instrumentation while probing and exploring during assessment.

• Develop treatment plan based on patient's needs identified from completed assessment phase.

• Initiate individualized plan of care.

• Develop an individualized patient dental hygiene treatment plan.

• Accurately document all assessment findings.

• Produce quality, diagnostic radiographs depicting appropriate teeth, area and/or landmarks.

This position requires current Dental Hygiene licensure in the state of Minnesota. Periodontal experience preferred; must have certification in the administration of local anesthesia, nitrous oxide sedation, and Basic Life Support. Strong communication, interpersonal and computer skills are necessary.

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.  Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" .  Mayo Clinic participates in  E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.