Dental Therapist ADT or DT

Apple Tree Dental; North Dakota; Presencial; USD 70 000 - 100 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Apple Tree Dental in Hawley, MN seeks a Dental Therapist (ADT or DT) to provide educational, clinical, and therapeutic services under general supervision of a dentist. The role offers a flexible schedule and opportunities to impact community oral health.

You will perform preventive and restorative care, educate patients, participate in treatment planning, and collaborate with dentists, hygienists, and other professionals across clinics including outpatient settings and group homes.

Qualificações

• Master’s degree in Dental Therapy from a CODA-accredited program.
• Active Minnesota Dental Therapy license required.
• Current CPR (BLS) certification from AHA or Red Cross.
• Knowledge of public health principles and practices preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of primary dental care and periodontal patient care.
• Strong English communication skills; additional languages a plus.
• Ability to travel on occasion; DHS background checks completed.
• Proficiency in computer systems, including Open Dental and Microsoft Office.

Responsabilidades

• Provide preventive, restorative, and therapeutic dental care to patients.
• Educate patients and communities on oral health and disease prevention.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, treatment planning, and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with dentists, hygienists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best patient outcomes.
• Deliver care in various settings, including outpatient clinics, nursing homes, group homes, and Head Start centers.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation using Open Dental software.
• Follow all public health guidelines and best practices in dental therapy.

Conhecimentos

Public health knowledge

English communication

Travel ability

Formação académica

Master’s degree in Dental Therapy (CODA accredited)

Active MN Dental Therapy License

CPR (BLS) certification

Ferramentas

Open Dental software

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are seeking a Dental Therapist (ADT or DT) to join our team in Hawley, MN. In this role, you will provide educational, clinical, and therapeutic services to children and adults under the general supervision of a dentist. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a flexible schedule while making a meaningful impact on community oral health.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide preventive, restorative, and therapeutic dental care to patients
• Educate patients and communities on oral health and disease prevention
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, treatment planning, and follow-up care
• Collaborate with dentists, hygienists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best patient outcomes
• Deliver care in various settings, including outpatient clinics, nursing homes, group homes, and Head Start centers
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation using Open Dental software
• Follow all public health guidelines and best practices in dental therapy

Why Join Us?

• Flexible scheduling options to fit your lifestyle
• Meaningful work improving access to quality dental care
• Collaborative team environment with a focus on patient-centered care
• Opportunities for professional development and community engagement

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Dental Therapy or Advanced Dental Therapy from a CODA accredited Dental Therapy Program
• Active MN Dental Therapy License required
• Current CPR (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
• Knowledge of public health principles and practices preferred
• Comprehensive knowledge of primary dental care and periodontal patient care
• Strong communication skills in English; additional language skills preferred based on clinic location
• Ability to travel on occasion as needed
• Successful completion of general and DHS background checks
• Proficiency in computer systems, including Open Dental and Microsoft Office

If you’re passionate about providing high-quality dental care and making a difference in public health, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.