Dental Assistant Job at Dental Kidds in Coon Rapids

Are you an experienced or freshly licensed dental assistant looking to work with awesome doctors and collaborative teams?

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel in organization, and have experience working with children, Dental Kidds might be the right place for you!

What We Offer:

• Warm and dynamic workplace, supportive teams, and skilled dentists.
• State-of-the-art clinics tailored to children's needs.
• Outstanding staff ranking among the top 10% in the industry.
• Access to advanced tools such as digital radiographs, cone-beam x-rays, intra-oral cameras, and digital scanners utilizing Open Dental software.
• Comprehensive training program with individualized mentorship for new dental assistants.
• Dedication to providing high-quality patient care.

Our Benefits Include:

• Competitive pay ranging from $21 to $30 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Full benefits package encompassing health, dental, and vision insurance, along with orthodontic coverage.
• Paid time off for vacation and holidays.
• Retirement benefits.
• Life and short-term disability insurance.
• Wellness Initiatives and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Ongoing professional development and training prospects.
• Potential for career growth.
• Multiple locations in the Twin Cities, greater MN, and WI

Ready to learn more? Apply Today to Arrange a Visit and Interview.

$21 - $30 hourly

• Adhere to all dental office infection control policies and safety regulations by disinfecting and sterilizing all equipment and instruments after use
• Welcome patient and explain dental care treatment plans so they feel comfortable during their appointment
• Prepare and layout sterilized equipment, dental instruments, anesthetics, dental supplies, and materials inside treatment rooms for examinations and dental procedures

• Chairside assist
• Obtain, update, review, and enter patient medical histories in the electronic health record
• Take patient X-rays and preliminary impressions
• Prepare patients for visits, arrange instruments, and prepare dental materials for treatment/procedure
• Perform four-handed dentistry
• Prepare and clean operatories
• Sterilize instruments
• Perform expanded functions as directed and required for patient care
• Communicate effectively with patients and other members of the healthcare team
• Demonstrate ability to provide care or service by adjusting approaches to reflect the developmental level of the population being served
• Other duties as assigned

• Previous dental assisting experience as a registered dental assistant or certified dental assistant (3 years) is necessary
• An Associate’s Degree or a certification from a college or technical school training program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation is required
• Must possess a current state license as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)
• Proficiency with computers, and experience updating patient histories, and with dental software is necessary
• Experience with dental software, updating patient histories, and computer skills are needed

• Current Licensed Dental Assistant (LDA) in the State of MN or soon-to-be-licensed
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, customer service, organization, and excellent communication skills are preferred

Our Core Values

• Maturity
• Integrity
• Positivity and Humor
• Team Attitude
• Customer Service

Philosophy

We provide the highest standard of personalized patient care while having fun, creating an inviting atmosphere, and building a lifetime of confidence and healthy dental habits. We treat each child as if they were our own.

Visit our website at: https://dentalkidds.com/

Office locations:

• Blaine, MN
• Coon Rapids, MN
• Hudson, WI
• New Richmond, WI