Job Opportunities

Crosby Family Dentistry is adding a hygienist to our team due to the growing volume of new patients. This is a great opportunity to get in early, build your own patient base, and develop lasting relationships from the ground up — all in a one-day-per-week Thursday schedule with a supportive, established team.

Position Details

• Position: Non-exempt, Part-time
• Pay: $35.50 – $47.00 per hour, based on experience
• Schedule: Thursdays only, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• Reports to: Dr. Kiefer Miller
• Ideal for a hygienist seeking a reliable one-day-per-week position

Responsibilities

Preparation & Hygiene

• Welcome and seat patients warmly; review and update health history at each visit
• Ensure treatment rooms are properly set up and ready prior to patient arrival
• Perform head and neck/oral cancer screenings
• Capture, process, and mount digital X-rays for doctor review; capable of interpreting findings
• Chart existing hard tissue restorations and note areas of concern
• Perform comprehensive periodontal evaluations (probing depths, bleeding points, recession) and communicate findings to patient and doctor
• Perform oral prophylaxis, scaling & root planing, and root debridement therapy as appropriate
• Administer fluoride treatments
• Utilize intra-oral camera and patient education technology as appropriate
• Discuss any previously diagnosed, unfinished treatment with patients
• Educate and motivate patients on proper oral hygiene, preventive care, and corrective measures
• Ensure patient chart is complete before leaving the treatment room; schedule re-care appointments prior to patient dismissal

Sterilization & Equipment

• Set up, disinfect, and break down treatment rooms and instrument trays per office policy and OSHA standards
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and intra-oral devices in accordance with office policy
• Wear required PPE (masks, gloves, safety glasses) at all times during procedures and cleanup
• Clean and maintain hygiene handpieces; ensure instruments are sharpened and stocked as needed

Team & Practice Support

• Assist other team members when time permits, including front desk support (greeting patients, answering phones, scheduling)
• Participate in team meetings and contribute information on patient care and office efficiency
• Use downtime constructively and maintain a positive, professional presence with patients and teammates
• Perform light housekeeping as needed (break room, patient areas)
• Ability to calm and reassure patients before and during uncomfortable procedures

Qualifications

• An active Minnesota Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license is required
• Current CPR certification required (reimbursed by practice every 2 years)
• Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program required; 1+ year of general dentistry experience preferred
• Strong periodontal assessment, charting, and patient communication skills
• Ability to write clear, detailed, and accurate patient chart notes
• Professional, reliable, team-oriented, and punctual
• Comfortable working independently and following established safety and office procedures

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wage with merit-based increases
• 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with Safe Harbor employer matching (100% match up to 1%, then 50% match on the next 5%) — eligible from day one
• Dental treatment benefits for employees and eligible family members after 90 days
• Annual uniform benefit after 90 days
• Paid holidays (prorated based on scheduled days)
• FTO accrual per Minnesota Earned Sick & Safe Time law
• Minnesota Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) coverage
• CPR certification reimbursement
• Annual Star of the North dental conference — hotel and registration fully covered
• Team CE bonding trip every 3 years (cruise March 2026, next trip 2029)
• Family-owned practice with a supportive, tight-knit team — we’re busy, collaborative, and focused on doing right by our patients and each other

Physical Requirements

• Standing approximately 80% of the shift, sitting 20%
• Frequent bending, twisting, and position changes during patient care
• Ability to lift and transfer equipment and supplies as needed
• Exceptional hand-eye coordination for the use of dental instruments and tools
• Strong near vision required for working in small spaces
• Moderate noise levels from dental and lab equipment

How to Apply

Ready to join our team? Send your resume and a short cover letter to kmillerdds@crosbyfamilydentistry.com. We’d love to hear about you and why you’d be a great fit for our practice.