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Dental Associates MN
St. Paul, Minnesota

Dental Hygienist

DentalFull-Time

Pay as listed: Starting At $65/hr · St. Paul, Minnesota · pays above the median of 18 Dental Hygienist listings (72nd percentile).

Listed compensation

Starting At $65/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Job Description

  • Dental Hygienist- St. Paul
  • Location: St. Paul, MN
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Compensation: Starting At $65/hour

Position Overview

We are seeking a licensed Dental Hygienist to join our friendly, energetic, and patient-focused dental practice in St. Paul, MN. Our team values professionalism, collaboration, and high-quality care in a positive and supportive work environment.

Why Join Our Team?

  • Flexible Scheduling: Full-time, part-time, and customizable schedules available
  • Competitive Pay: Starting at $65/hour with a performance-based compensation structure
  • Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside experienced doctors and an exceptional clinical team
  • Modern Practice: Fast-paced, well-equipped clinic focused on excellent patient outcomes

Benefits

  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Annual performance bonuses
  • Flexible scheduling options

Responsibilities

  • Perform dental cleanings, periodontal maintenance, and preventive procedures
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care
  • Accurately document patient records
  • Collaborate with dentists and team members to deliver high-quality patient care
  • Maintain compliance with infection control and safety standards

Requirements

  • Qualifications
  • Active Minnesota Dental Hygiene License (required)
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to patient-centered care
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment

Work Location: In-person at our St. Paul, MN clinic

How to ApplyQualified candidates are encouraged to apply today. We look forward to welcoming a Dental Hygienist who is passionate about patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Dental cleaningOral hygiene educationPatient record documentationSafety standards compliance

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$135k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $137k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 28% have no call, 73% require no weekends.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

30 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution30 jobs · 23 employers

11
<$105k
7
$105k-120k
4
$120k-135k
6
$135k-150k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks25 jobs · 23 employers

401k / retirement match
96% this job
CME allowance
52%
Sign-on bonus
40%
Loan repayment
12%
Relocation assistance
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Dental Hygienist

Independence Dental Services LP · Chicago, Illinois

$75/hr
#2

Dental Hygienist

Platinum Dental Services · Colorado Springs, Colorado

$65-$75/hr
#3

Dental Hygienist

$65-$70/hr
#4

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

$65-$67/hr
+ 28 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 2.8
Better work-life than 40% of Dental Hygienist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,151 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site

Living in St. Paul

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$299k
Typical market rent
$1,488/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.8
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Dental Associates MN

Hospitals and Health Care
St. Paul, MN
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with employer matching
Dental insurance
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Annual performance bonuses
Flexible scheduling options