Dental Assistant

Specialized Dental Partners; Forest Lake (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental service provider in Forest Lake seeks a compassionate and skilled Dental Assistant to enhance patient care during treatments. The role involves working closely with providers to ensure efficient processes, delivering excellent patient experiences, and maintaining high standards of infection control. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a team-oriented approach, contributing to the practice's overall success.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Qualifications

• 1+ years of Dental assisting experience is required.
• Reliable, organized, and comfortable in a high-level clinical setting.
• Completion of a Dental Assisting program or certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Drs by charting and patient education.
• Take and process X-Rays to maintain accurate patient records.
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of a Dental Assisting program

Tools

Radiology certification

Job description

Overview

Dental Assistant

Forest Lake Endodontics

Forest Lake, MN

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Dental Assistant to join our dedicated team. You’ll support our provider(s) during treatment and help deliver outstanding care to our patients and contribute to the overall efficiency of our practice.

Schedule: Full Time

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Drs by charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment
• Take and process X-Rays
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories
• Welcome, comfort and educate patients on oral hygiene and post treatment care
• Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality and follow workplace regulations
• Please note that additional responsibilities may be assigned

Qualifications

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of Dental assisting experience

Preferred Skills

• Excellent communication skills and a team-first attitude
• Reliable, organized, and comfortable in a high-level clinical setting
• Completion of a Dental Assisting program or Dental Assisting certification preferred according to State and individual practices
• Radiology certification preferred according to state and individual practices

We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Package for Full Time Employees: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and much more!

Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies andindependently owned supported clinical practicesare proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The starting salary range for this role is $24 - $28 per hour based on full-time employment. At Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices, we are committed to ensuring fair and equitable pay for all employees. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding pay equity and non-discrimination. Our compensation practices are designed to ensure that employees are paid fairly based on their role, experience, performance, and contributions to the company, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We regularly review our compensation practices and conduct pay equity audits to identify and address any disparities. By fostering a culture of transparency and fairness, we aim to create an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.

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