Dental Hygienist

Dental Top 25% in Dental HygieneFull-Time

Listed compensation

from $43/hr

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Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

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Sign-on Bonus Eligible

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HealthPartners is currently hiring a Dental Hygienist.

About the position

HealthPartners is currently hiring Dental Hygienists. We have full-and part-time
positions available. Pay is competitive and range from $43.34 - $59.44/hour,
dependent upon qualifications and other relevant factors.  Some positions are
eligible for a sign-on bonus.  We’re also proud to offer a very competitive
benefits package for any employee working 15 or more hours per week that
includes, comprehensive medical and dental benefits; generous vacation time and
sick leave; 401k; and CEU reimbursement. Employees may also be eligible for
student loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Program.  Here, you’ll find a supportive environment and a team that helps each
other out. We hope you’ll join us!

Our culture

At HealthPartners, we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people
working together. We provide an inclusive environment that encourages new ways
of thinking, celebrates differences and recognizes dedication.

Here, you’ll become a partner for goodSM, helping to improve the health and
well-being of our community. Our commitment to excellence, compassion,
partnership and integrity is behind everything we do. It’s the type of work that
makes a difference, the kind of work you can be proud of. 

As part of HealthPartners, you can be proud of:

* The largest multi-specialty care system in the Twin Cities
* A nationally ranked Top 15 Health System by IBM Watson Health
* Our dedication to research, education and innovation

Key details

Position requirements

* You must be a licensed dental hygienist in the state of Minnesota.
* You must be able to perform all duties within the scope of practice
established by regulations and rules of the state of Minnesota and the
Minnesota Board of Dentistry that the dentist(s) delegates. For newly
established functions, you must complete applicable credentialing or
certification requirements in a reasonable period of time after appropriate
training is available.
* You have a proven ability to perform as a part of a team composed of
dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants and clerical staff.

Physical requirements 

* You must have good visual acuity and hand-eye coordination.
* You need the ability to perform repetitive motions with hands and arms.
* You must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time (60 minutes or longer).
* Proficiency in English is required. Proficiencies in other languages may be
required.

Accountabilities

1. Able to perform all duties in accordance with the rules and regulations of
the Minnesota Board of Dentistry.
2. Responsible for knowledge and performance of clinical emergency procedures.
3. Responsible for implementing policies, procedures and treatment guidelines.
4. Responsible for schedule management and schedule flow of one’s patient
schedules to assure efficient clinic schedules.
5. Responsible for the maintenance of patient-care-related equipment, supplies
and processes.
6. Uses appropriate systems, automated or manual, to record and maintain
accurate patient records and other information.
7. Responsible for maintenance of a recall process.  Able to work in
conjunction with clerical staff to maintain a recall system.

Perform other related duties as directed by the Dental Lead or Clinic Management
Team

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people
working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that
encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard
work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health
insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations,
including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together
research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical
professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve
lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working
together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health
equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for
change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse
talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We
offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life,
including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning
opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally,
and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients,
members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any
employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin,
religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of
disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Key Responsibilities

The Dental Hygienist is responsible for performing clinical duties in accordance with Minnesota Board of Dentistry regulations and maintaining accurate patient records. They also manage clinic schedules, maintain patient-care equipment, and implement treatment guidelines to ensure efficient clinic operations.

Requirements

Candidates must be a licensed dental hygienist in the state of Minnesota and possess the ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary dental team. Proficiency in English and the physical ability to perform repetitive motions and sit for prolonged periods are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Dental hygienePatient record maintenanceTeam collaborationRegulatory compliance

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist at Capitol View Transitional Care Center a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dental Hygiene — ranked against 1,748 active Dental Hygiene listings on WeekdayDoc.

Dental Hygiene Career Context

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 33% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$107k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $108k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution21 jobs · 18 employers

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1
$160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks18 jobs

401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
56% this job
CME allowance
39% this job
Loan repayment
6% this job
PSLF eligible
6% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$60-$75/hr
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$65-$75/hr
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Work-life snapshot

6.6/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 25% in Dental Hygiene

  • 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 Capitol View Transitional Care Center

Hospitals and Health Care
Saint Paul, Minnesota
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus eligible
Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
Generous vacation time and sick leave
401k
CEU reimbursement
Student loan forgiveness under PSLF