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If you are interested in applying for a position with Family 1st Dental please send a resume and cover letter, including the position, title, and office location, to the HR Department c/o Emily Rutledge via mail or email:

Family First Dental Support Center
Attn: HR – Hiring Department
504 West Prospect Avenue
Norfolk NE 68701
Phone: (402) 644-3177
Emily@FamilyFirstDental.com 

Family 1st Dental is a private group practice that has over 30 offices in Nebraska and Iowa. Our goal is to deliver the best in dental care, using the most current technologies and materials at each location, while supporting our associates and team members with encouragement, camaraderie, and continuing education.

Our mission has been and always will be, to provide caring and affordable dental services to our patients and their families. Family First Dental is familiar with many of the problems that dental clinics face and have found many effective ways to improve dental practices and help them continue to thrive. Our team understands how easy it is for a dentist to get caught up in running the business side of the dental clinic and how it is possible to lose focus on dentistry itself. That is where we come in.

We have a standard of excellence that all of our clinics adhere to, but each clinic is distinctive. Each community, doctor, and patient is distinctive. We recognize and celebrate that distinctiveness in each office.

Family 1st has been fortunate to have a professional management team that oversees to our development, growth, and focus. Our successes and expansion, in large part, is due to the knowledge, efforts, dedication, and common sense of our management support team.

Please check this section to find out what positions are currently available to help us fulfill our mission.

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Hickman Location

650 Chestnut - Suite 2,
Hickman, NE 68372

(402) 792-3000

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The Critical Role of Early Detection in Oral Health

October 23, 2026

The significance of early detection in oral health cannot be overstated. It serves as the cornerstone of effective dental treatment. At Family 1st Dental – Hickman, an emphasis is placed on regular check-ups and prompt identification of potential dental issues. […]

Discover Our Welcoming Office: A Virtual Tour of Family 1st Dental – Hickman

October 21, 2026

Understanding a dental visit can often relieve anxiety and create a sense of comfort. At Family 1st Dental – Hickman, we invite patients to take a virtual tour of our office, providing insight into the welcoming environment before stepping through […]

Meet Your Caring Dentist in Hickman, NE: Personalized Patient Experience

October 19, 2026

At Family 1st Dental – Hickman, every visit is guided by a commitment to personalized care that begins with understanding each patient’s unique needs. Dr. Rachel Tietjen is dedicated to creating an environment where patients feel comfortable and valued. Understanding […]