Licensed Dental Assistant

Dental Kidds; Coon Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Registered Dental Assistant to join their collaborative team. In this role, you will provide exceptional patient care, assist dentists during procedures, and ensure a comfortable experience for patients. Your responsibilities will include documenting vital signs, preparing treatment rooms, and educating patients on dental hygiene. This position offers a fun and supportive work environment where your contributions will make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. If you have a heart for service and thrive in a team-oriented atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Current BLS/CPR certification required.
• Certification or Associate’s Degree from an accredited program required.
• Need state licensure as a Registered Dental Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during procedures and ensure chair-side accessibility.
• Document vital signs and medical history for patient records.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and treatment plans.

Skills

BLS/CPR certification

Dental software proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organization

Education

Associate’s Degree in Dental Assisting

State licensure as Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

Job description

Do you like to have fun at work and enjoy a collaborative work environment? At Dental Kidds, we love our doctors, teammates and patients! We are passionate about dental care and treat every patient with the highest level of care and compassion. From the child centered decor to the amazing lobby play area, we are dedicated to creating a great experience for every patient. If you have a heart for service and want to make a difference in the lives of your patients and teammates, Dental Kidds might be an awesome fit for you. Responsibilities: • Take and document vital signs and medical history for patient records, take x-rays of patients’ mouths, and apply a topical anesthetic for dental procedures, if necessary • Get treatment rooms ready for examination and procedures by equipping them with necessary sterilized equipment, dental instruments, anesthetics, dental supplies, and materials • Assist dentists and dental hygienists during any procedures or examinations by handing off dental instruments, providing suction, and ensuring chair-side accessibility to the team • Schedule appointments for patient care follow up, answer any questions they may have about dental hygiene, and provide postoperative instructions with methods for infection control of the patients’ teeth and gums, after procedures • Welcome patient and explain dental care treatment plans so they feel comfortable during their appointment • 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 Qualifications: • Current BLS/CPR certification is required • Proficiency with computers, and experience updating patient histories, and with dental software is necessary • Proficiency with computers, and experience updating patient histories, and with dental software is necessary • Certification or Associate’s Degree from a college or technical school training program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation is required • Need state licensure as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) • 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 Compensation: $21 - $33 hourly

• 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