Dental Hygienist

Working Title: Dental Hygienist

Job Class: Dental Hygienist

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

• Job ID : 91595

• Location : Faribault

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Part-Time - 30hours a week

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 01/21/2026

• Closing Date : 10/30/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment

• Division/Unit : DCT Support Services / Dental Faribault/SC Staff

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Thursday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $33.86 - $44.93 / hourly

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union :207 - Technical/AFSCME

• Work Area : Faribault Dental Clinic

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : Yes

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Applicants may be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $2,500!

This position will work on-site at our Southern Cities Clinic-Faribault, MN facility

This position is part-time - 30 hours a week Monday-Thursday and having Friday, Saturday and Sunday off, day shift

Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our Special Care Dentistry - Southern Cities, Faribault Dental Clinic Team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a Dental Hygienist! Our clinic provides patient-centered dental care to people with intellectual/developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, and people with severe and persistent mental illness. This position will provide maximum oral hygiene to the patients of the Direct Care & Treatment Dental Clinic.

Primary responsibilities:

• Perform all services permitted by the state Board of Dentistry so that maximum oral hygiene may be maintained for the patients of State Operated Services Dental Clinics.

• Design and implement a preventive dentistry program, in consultation with the dentist, so that optimal levels of all clients' oral hygiene can be maintained.

• Ensure that infection control policies and procedures will be followed to maintain a safe environment for staff and patients.

• Assist with clinic duties so that patient services and clinic communications and operations run effectively and efficiently.

Minimum Qualifications

• Registration with the Minnesota Board of Dentistry as a Dental Hygienist.

Preferred Qualifications

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

• Experience working with Dentrix and taking digital radiographs.

• Experience with tele dentistry.

• Possess a caring and compassionate attitude for people with special needs.

• Patient-centered and willing to adapt to the needs of the patient.

• Team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION -¿Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned. (If applicable add education information)

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io . Please indicate what assistance is needed.