Licensed Dental Hygienist

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Interview prep

• Walk through a full hygiene visit from history review to charting and education
• How you flag periodontal concerns and collaborate with the dentist
• Comfort with rural or multi-site care models and patient education under time pressure

Fit summary

Strong fit if you hold (or can obtain) MN licensure, prefer hands-on preventive care over pure admin work, and want a clinic-based hygienist role with Apple Tree Dental’s community-focused footprint rather than remote work.

Day in the role

As a Licensed Dental Hygienist at Appletreedental in Hawley, MN, your day centers on clinical hygiene care: reviewing medical histories, examining gums for disease, removing deposits and stains, charting decay for the dentist, and educating patients on oral health—supporting a mission-focused team serving local and regional patients.

Skills to emphasize

• Clinical assessment: histories, visual/probe exams, periodontal charting
• Instrumentation: scaling and stain removal under the gumline
• Patient education and preventive counseling
• Accurate documentation for dentist diagnosis and treatment planning

FAQ from this listing

Is this role remote?

No. The listing is on-site in Hawley, MN (remote: 0).

What does the hygienist actually do day to day?

Core O*NET tasks include cleaning deposits and stains, examining gums, charting disease, and educating patients—work a dentist then uses for diagnosis and treatment.

What is Apple Tree Dental known for in the news?

Regional coverage highlights clinic expansion efforts (including Detroit Lakes) and broader interest in dental-team capacity and access in underserved areas.

Occupation tasks (O*NET)

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• Record and review patient medical histories.
• Feel and visually examine gums for sores and signs of disease.
• Examine gums, using probes, to locate periodontal recessed gums and signs of gum disease.
• Clean calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums, using dental instruments.
• Provide clinical services or health education to improve and maintain the oral health of patients or the general public.
• Chart conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist.
• Expose and develop x-ray film.
• Attend continuing education courses to maintain or update skills.

O*NET source

Company facts (cached)

Website: appletreedental.com

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Licensed Dental Hygienist (copy) Appletreedental Hawley, MN Full Time - No Remote What This Role Involves Join a mission-driven nonprofit organization in Hawley, MN, dedicated to improving access to quality oral healthcare. As a full-time Licensed Dental Hygienist (LDH), you will provide patient-centered preventive and therapeutic care while promoting oral health education in the community. Core Duties Conduct comprehensive dental exams and cleanings for patients of all ages. Provide fluoride treatments, sealants, and other preventative procedures. Administer local anesthesia as needed during dental procedures. Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care strategies. Collaborate with the dental team to ensure seamless patient care. Who We're Looking For A licensed Dental Hygienist in the state of Minnesota. Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients and staff. Patient-centered approach with a strong commitment to oral health education. Proficiency in dental hygiene procedures and techniques. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Working at Appletreedental At Appletreedental, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on the community's oral health. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where your skills can thrive while contributing to our mission. Next Steps To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.

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Questions to ask them

• What does success look like in the first 90 days for this role?
• How is the team structured, and who would I work with most?
• What tools and systems does this role use daily?
• Is the work primarily based in Hawley, MN, hybrid, or fully remote?