Logo
Dental Kidds

Dental Kidds is hiring: Dental Assistant in Coon Rapids

Dental Kidds, Coon Rapids, MN, United States


Job Description

Job Description

It's a new year! Time to make the career changes you have been contemplating. If you'd like to learn from the best in the industry and utilize your talent and skills to make a difference in the life of a child, read on.


At Dental Kidds we are committed to providing top-notch service to children and parents the minute they walk in our doors. Our beautifully themed and child-focused clinics create an inviting place for children and our staff. Have you ever worn your pajamas or dressed up as a cartoon character for work...we have.


We provide state-of-the-art equipment and opportunities for our staff to learn and grow. We know that if you feel supported and happy working with us, you'll pass that joy and commitment on to our patients.


Our Comprehensive Benefits Include:

  • Full benefits package encompassing health, dental, and vision insurance, with orthodontic benefits included.
  • Paid time off for holidays and vacations.
  • Retirement benefits.
  • Life and short-term disability insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Continuous professional development and training prospects.
  • Potential for career growth.
  • Multiple clinic locations in the Twin Cities, greater MN, and WI. Excited to learn more? Apply today to arrange a tour and interview with us.
Compensation:

$21 - $33 hourly

Responsibilities:
  • Perform Pedo Prophies
  • Chairside assist doctors
  • Float assisting
  • Assemble instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to the treatment area, positioning instruments for dentist’s access, suctioning, and passing instruments
  • Educate patients by giving oral hygiene instructions
  • Contribute to team effort by helping where needed
  • Welcome patient and explain dental care treatment plans so they feel comfortable during their appointment
  • Assure all dental office infection control policies and safety regulations are met by disinfecting and sterilizing all equipment and instruments after use
  • Help dentists and dental hygienists during procedures or examinations by providing suction, handing off dental instruments, and ensuring chair-side accessibility to the team
  • Answer any questions the patient may have about dental hygiene, schedule appointments for patient care follow-up, and provide postoperative instructions with methods for infection control of the patient's teeth and gums, after procedures
  • Evaluate and document vital signs for patients and update medical records


Qualifications:
  • 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
About Company

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