Unlicensed Dental Assistant

Dental Associates MN•Savage, MN

1d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Dental Associates of Minnesota is seeking a dependable, motivated, and team-oriented Unlicensed Dental Assistant for its busy Savage, Minnesota dental practice. The role supports dentists, licensed dental assistants, and the clinical team in delivering patient care and maintaining an efficient clinical environment. Candidates with prior dental-office or clinical support experience are preferred, though training may be available for someone who demonstrates initiative, attention to detail, and interest in a dental career. The assistant prepares and turns over treatment rooms, cleans and sterilizes instruments, maintains supplies and sterilization areas, helps prepare and seat patients, and supports clinical tasks permitted for unlicensed personnel under Minnesota regulations. The position also involves assisting with permitted laboratory tasks, following safety and confidentiality procedures, anticipating the clinical team's needs, and helping maintain smooth patient flow. The practice describes itself as modern and technology-focused, with a collaborative team environment and opportunities for learning and career growth.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Dependability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to take initiative, learn new skills, and support the team as needed.
Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and quality care.
Unlicensed dental assistants may perform only duties permitted under applicable Minnesota supervision requirements and may not perform duties requiring licensure or registration.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a dental office.
Experience as an Unlicensed Dental Assistant, Dental Sterilization Technician, or in a similar dental clinical support role.
Familiarity with dental instruments, terminology, procedures, and operatory setup.
Working knowledge of dental sterilization processes and infection control standards.
Experience supporting clinical workflows in a busy, multi-provider dental practice.
Familiarity with dental practice management software, particularly Open Dental.
Current CPR/BLS certification or willingness to obtain.
Relevant skills, demonstrated initiative, and willingness to complete training; candidates without previous dental experience may also be considered.

Responsibilities

Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for scheduled dental procedures.
Clean, disinfect, and turn over operatories between patients.
Clean, sterilize, and process instruments according to infection control protocols.
Keep the sterilization area organized and ensure instruments and supplies are available to the clinical team.
Seat patients, assist with patient preparation, and help provide a welcoming experience.
Support dentists and licensed dental assistants with clinical tasks permitted for unlicensed personnel under Minnesota regulations.
Prepare procedure trays and make sure appropriate instruments and materials are available.
Monitor, organize, and restock clinical supplies and treatment areas.
Assist with permitted dental laboratory tasks, including organizing cases and labeling materials.
Follow OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, and workplace safety procedures.
Anticipate the clinical team's needs and proactively support efficient patient flow.
Collaborate with team members to support a positive patient experience and productive clinical environment.