Licensed Dental Assistant
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Apple Tree Dental
Fairmont, MN, US
Summary
The Licensed Dental Assistant will provide chairside assistance, prepare dental materials, and take dental X-rays while maintaining a clean clinical environment. They will also educate patients on oral hygiene and accurately document treatment plans in electronic health records.
Job Description
We are seeking a Licensed Dental Assistant to join our dedicated team in Fairmont, MN. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a collaborative, patient-focused environment where your skills and compassion will make a real difference in the community. Pediatric experience ideal!
This is a part time position for Tuesday and Thursday 7-4:30 PM.
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Benefits
- Flexible work hours – No nights or weekends!
- Generous Paid Time Off plus 6 paid holidays and up to 12 hours of paid continuing education annually.
- 401(k) Matching – Up to 3%!
- Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage options, as well as long-term and short-term disability.
- Scrub Allowance
Key Responsibilities
- Assist dentists with patient care, including chairside assistance and preparation of dental materials.
- Take and develop dental X-rays as required.
- Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-procedure care.
- Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment, following infection control protocols.
- Document patient care and treatment plans accurately in the electronic health record system.
- Work closely with the dental team to ensure a positive patient experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required, along with completion of an accredited dental assisting course.
- Active Minnesota Licensed Dental Assistant (LDA) credential.
- DANB certification or equivalent state jurisprudence qualification for specified tasks.
- Current CPR (BLS) certification.
- Proficiency in oral and written communication in English.
\n$25.50 - $31 an hourDependent upon qualifications and experience.\n
If you're a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Dental Assistant, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to be part of a team making a difference in dental care accessibility.
At Apple Tree Dental, our mission is to overcome barriers to oral health.
Apple Tree’s staff works to achieve its mission by delivering education, prevention, and restorative dental services to vulnerable populations and by providing leadership and innovation to transform the health care system.
With nine Centers for Dental Health in Minnesota, a Community Outreach Center, and a robust On-Site Care Program, our specially trained dentists and multilingual staff provide preventive care and treatment to more than 37,000 patients each year. We are nationally recognized for our pioneering approach to integrating dental care as part of overall health and well-being, and we are proud to serve everyone, transcending age and ability.
Founded
1985
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Mounds View, MN
At Apple Tree Dental, our mission is to overcome barriers to oral health.
Apple Tree’s staff works to achieve its mission by delivering education, prevention, and restorative dental services to vulnerable populations and by providing leadership and innovation to transform the health care system.
With nine Centers for Dental Health in Minnesota, a Community Outreach Center, and a robust On-Site Care Program, our specially trained dentists and multilingual staff provide preventive care and treatment to more than 37,000 patients each year. We are nationally recognized for our pioneering approach to integrating dental care as part of overall health and well-being, and we are proud to serve everyone, transcending age and ability.
Founded
1985
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Mounds View, MN
