Required qualifications (please detail all the required qualifications on your application materials):

• Graduation from an accredited course in Dental Hygiene
• Current State of Minnesota Dental Hygienist License
• Current CPR Certification
• Minimum of three years’ practice experience, with at least six months of experience working with special needs patients (physical, mental or behavioral limitations)
• Must be able to multi task and adapt to changing work environment and work responsibilities
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited Dental Hygiene program
• React calmly and professionally to patients with special care needs, such as physical disabilities, mental impairment, behavioral difficulties, or similar conditions.
• Ability to work with a variety of faculty, staff, residents and students and promote a respectful workplace
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of current dental procedures and materials
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work well in a team setting and with learner providers
• Successful experience providing dental care to a diverse patient base
• Familiarity with computers, computer software, electronic patient records

Days/hours/location of work:
7:45 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday

This position is responsible for providing dental hygiene services and education to patients. Will assist in managing dental hygiene recall system, supplies, and equipment related to dental hygiene services. Assists in dental hygiene educational activities for patients, dental and non-dental health professionals.

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Provide all clinical dental hygiene services within scope of practice.
• Monitor clinic recall program for patients.
• Assist dental providers with treatments.
• Assist dental providers with patient transfers.
• Perform organizational tasks for dental program.
• Assist in patient and clinical staff educational activities.
• Support of daily, weekly and monthly maintenance of operatories and assigned clinical areas
• Adherence to infection control protocols of the School of Dentistry
• Working knowledge of dental procedures and materials
• Demonstrated knowledge of emergency procedures and equipment
• Other duties as assigned

The hourly pay rate for this position ranges from $35.47-46.79/hour.

The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is the state's only dental school and the only dental school in the northern tier of states between Wisconsin and the Pacific Northwest. We are a regional resource to five states for dental education, consulting services, patient treatment, and ongoing continuing dental education.

The School of Dentistry educates general dentists, dental specialists, dental therapists, dental hygienists, dental educators and research-scientists. For more than two decades, we've offered specialty training in six ADA-recognized specialties: Endodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Periodontics and Prosthodontics.

We also offer an advanced education program in TMD and orofacial pain, oral biology, dental hygiene, and oral health for older adults.

Dentists who are graduates of dental schools outside of the United States and Canada wishing to practice in the United States train here, as well. A novel, interdisciplinary Dentist-Scientist Training Program rounds out our educational offerings.

Our work affects nearly every person in Minnesota. We educate 73% of the state's practicing dentists, 68% of Minnesota's licensed dental therapists, and 49% of its dental hygiene educators. Our researchers develop and test dental materials used by every dentist in the state and around the world.

Our students and faculty treat patients: 105,260 patient-visits each year in our Twin Cities' campus clinics and 48,700 in outreach sites located in underserved communities throughout the state. We provide continuing dental education for 7,100 practicing dental professionals each year.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

Please note: All employees at the University of Minnesota are required to comply with the University’s Administrative Policy: COVID-19 Vaccination and Safety Protocol by either providing proof of being fully vaccinated on their first day of employment, or complete a request for an exemption for medical exemption or religious reasons. To learn more please visit: https://safe-campus.umn.edu/return-campus/get-the-vax

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.