Temporary Dental Assistant

Cherry Tree Dental • Fairmont, MN

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About The Position

Fairmont Family Dentistry, a Cherry Tree Dental office, is seeking a Temporary Dental Assistant to support our clinical team and help maintain high-quality patient care during a short-term staffing need. This role is ideal for a reliable, patient-focused professional who enjoys working in a collaborative dental practice.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Dental Assisting Program
• Current State of Minnesota Dental Assistant License
• Previous customer service or office experience
• Proficiency in dental terminology and dental software for charting, treatment planning, clinical notes, etc.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Foster a positive attitude and be a team player

Responsibilities

• Prepares, sterilizes, disinfects, and maintains dental equipment, instruments, and supplies
• Collects and records patient health histories and x-rays
• Ensures patient comfort during dental procedures
• Completes charting of treatment information in the patients' dental notes from the doctor as directed
• Assist doctor in management of medical and dental emergencies
• Delivers postoperative and general oral care instructions to patient
• Maintains infection control procedures, patient privacy, and professional interactions with patients and staff
• Assist administrative team with customer service functions

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees