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Park Dental
Elk River, Minnesota

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Elk River

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$60-$88/hr

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Job Description

Starting at $60 per hour, with the opportunity to earn up to $88 per hour through multiple incentive programs, plus a sign-on bonus!

Park Dental Elk River is looking for a compassionate and patient focused Dental Hygienist to join our friendly, team-oriented practice. We are proud of the care we provide and the relationships we build with our patients, and we are looking for someone who shares that same passion!

Why Join Park Dental

At Park Dental, our hygienists are an essential and valuable part of the care team. We focus on creating a supportive and positive environment where you can feel confident in your work and connected to your team.

What You Can Expect

  • Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package
  • Medical, dental, vision, and orthodontia coverage
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • 401(k) with company match and Roth options
  • Health savings account and flexible spending account options
  • Life insurance and short- and long-term disability
  • Pet insurance
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) purchase option
  • Company supported continuing education and professional development
  • Opportunities for growth and career advancement
  • A doctor led, patient centered culture focused on quality care
  • A network of practices across the Twin Cities, Greater Minnesota, Wisconsin and Arizona

Responsibilities

  • What You Will Do
  • Provide preventive and periodontal care to patients
  • Educate patients on oral health and long-term wellness
  • Work closely with doctors and team members to deliver excellent care
  • Maintain accurate and thorough clinical documentation
  • Help create a welcoming and positive experience for every patient

Work Schedule: Monday 12:30pm-8:15pm

  • Tuesday 6:30am-2:15pm
  • Wednesday 6:30am-2:15pm
  • Thursday 6:30am-2:15pm
  • Friday 6:30am-2:15pm
  • Friday OFF June- August
  • Sat. 6x per year
  • Company Information

What Makes This Role Special

We know today’s hygiene market is competitive and that you have options. We offer strong earning potential along with a supportive, team-focused environment where you feel valued. Enjoy flexible scheduling, strong clinical support, and a team that truly works together.

If you are looking for a place to grow and make a meaningful impact, we would love to connect with you!

We Love Our Communities

We are proud to give back to the communities we serve through events like Give Kids a Smile Day, the American Heart Association Heart Walk, and Minnesota Mission of Mercy.

A Legacy of Care and Support

Since 1972, Park Dental has been doctor led with a focus on patient centered care. We provide comprehensive training, one-on-one mentorship, and modern technology to support your success from day one.

What Our Team Is Saying

“As a dental hygienist with Park Dental, we have the opportunity to engage patients in improving and maintaining their oral health, which supports overall health.”Berit Campbell, Dental Hygienist Mentor

Park Dental is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Candidates must be licensed dental hygienists with a compassionate and patient-focused approach. The role requires the ability to work effectively within a team-oriented practice environment.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Preventive careOral health educationPatient careTeam collaborationDental hygiene

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 ~$154k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $156k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Park Dental holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 17 active listings.

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

24 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution24 jobs · 20 employers

8
<$110k
9
$110k-125k
4
$125k-140k
1
$146k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks21 jobs · 20 employers

401k / retirement match
95% this job
CME allowance
57% this job
Sign-on bonus
48% this job
Loan repayment
14%
Relocation assistance
10%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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$75/hr
#2

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Platinum Dental Services · Colorado Springs, Colorado

$65-$75/hr
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$65-$70/hr
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$65-$67/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Dental Hygienist listings

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

Living in Elk River

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$379k
Typical market rent
$2,069/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 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 Park Dental

Dentists
Minneapolis/St. Paul
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, vision, and orthodontia coverage
Paid time off and paid holidays
401(k) with company match and Roth options
Health savings account and flexible spending account options
Life insurance and short- and long-term disability
Pet insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Company supported continuing education and professional development