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Park Dental
Minneapolis, Minnesota

Licensed Dental Hygienist - La Salle Plaza

Dental HygienistFull-Time

Listed compensation

Starting at $60/hr

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Posted 3mo ago

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 La Salle Plaza 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

  • 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 1030a-615p

  • Tuesday 630a-615p
  • Wednesday 630a-215p
  • Thursday 630a-215p
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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

The role requires a licensed dental hygienist who is compassionate and patient-focused. Candidates should be able to work effectively within a team-oriented practice environment.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Preventive carePatient educationPatient careTeam collaborationDental hygiene

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Dental Hygienist - La Salle Plaza at Park Dental a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc.

Dentistry Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$74k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $75k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Dental Hygienist by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · top 25% in dental hygienistranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$60k–$88kDental Hygienist median $98k (middle half $59k–$177k)66 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$75k in purchasing powerMinnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dentistry listings in Minnesota19 active—live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
All dental hygienist listings in Minnesota128 active5,913 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusMinnesota healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 34% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 13% offer loan repayment128 active listings, Nov 2026
New Dentistry listings250 in the last 30 days204 the 30 days before (+23%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,151 Dental Hygienist listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. Minnesota figures use all dental hygienists: too few Minnesota Dentistry postings state pay.

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.6
Better work-life than 80% of Dental Hygienist listings

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

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About Park Dental

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

Benefits & Perks

Sign-On Bonus
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Orthodontia Coverage
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
401(k) with Company Match

Living in Minneapolis

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$362k
Typical market rent
$1,747/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.8
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 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.