Dental Assistant - Community Health & Outreach

Compass Health Network; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Health Network in Minnesota is seeking a Dental Assistant to join a mission‑driven, community‑based oral health team. You’ll provide chairside support, promote preventive care, and help patients feel at ease while assisting with procedures and keeping clinics running smoothly.

This is a full‑time, 40‑hour week with a Tuesday‑Friday shift (7:45 a.m. – 6:15 p.m.) and potential travel between clinic sites.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting experience preferred (two years)
• BLS certification or ability to obtain preferred
• Computer literacy in basic office software required

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and hygienists with procedures (preventive, restorative, surgery, prosthodontics)
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for safe patient care
• Take radiographs, record vital signs, and perform charting and sterilization
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and nutrition impacts on health
• Participate in school-based outreach and PSP program
• Support clinic operations with inventory and administrative tasks
• Travel between clinics and assist with front desk duties when cross-trained

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Compass Health Network in Minnesota is seeking a Dental Assistant to join a mission‑driven, community‑based oral health team. You’ll provide chairside support, promote preventive care, and help patients feel at ease while assisting with procedures and keeping clinics running smoothly.

This is a full‑time, 40‑hour week with a Tuesday‑Friday shift (7:45 a.m. – 6:15 p.m.) and potential travel between clinic sites.