Unlicensed Dental Assistant
About The Position
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on dental experience, learn from experienced professionals, and build a foundation for a long-term career in dentistry. Whether you're exploring the dental field for the first time or working toward becoming a licensed dental assistant, we'll provide training, mentorship, and support along the way. No dental experience? No problem. We're willing to train the right person who is eager to learn and grow. As an Unlicensed Dental Assistant, you'll play an important role in helping our clinical team deliver an exceptional patient experience. Your day will be varied, fast-paced, and focused on supporting both patient care and office operations. In accordance with Minnesota Board of Dentistry regulations, unlicensed dental assistants perform duties permitted under the supervision of licensed dental professionals and may not perform duties requiring licensure or registration.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Dependable and team-oriented
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Nice To Haves
- Previous dental or healthcare experience
- CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Bilingual skills are a plus
Responsibilities
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient appointments
- Clean and disinfect operatories between patients
- Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards
- Seat patients and help ensure they feel comfortable and welcomed
- Set up instruments, materials, and procedure trays for dental treatments
- Assist dentists and licensed dental assistants with clinical support duties permitted under Minnesota regulations
- Take and document patient information as directed
- Maintain inventory and stock clinical supplies
- Assist with dental laboratory tasks such as pouring models, labeling cases, and organizing lab work
- Help keep the office clean, organized, and running efficiently
- Follow OSHA, HIPAA, and office safety protocols
- Support team members wherever needed to ensure a positive patient experience
Benefits
- Competitive pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
- Paid on-the-job training and mentorship
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Health insurance and dental benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Uniform allowance
- Modern, technology-focused practice
- Supportive team culture that values learning and collaboration
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
