Licensed Dental Assistant

Apple Tree Dental; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious dental practice is looking for a Licensed Dental Assistant to enhance patient care in Minneapolis. This full-time position emphasizes a supportive environment with no night or weekend hours, offering a competitive pay range and excellent benefits including 401(k) match and comprehensive health options.

Benefits

Flexible work hours – No nights or weekends!

Generous Paid Time Off plus 6 paid holidays

12 hours of paid continuing education annually

401(k) Matching – Up to 3%!

Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, dental, vision)

Scrub Allowance

Qualifications

• Minnesota Licensed Dental Assistant credential required.
• DANB certification or equivalent state qualification needed.
• Current CPR (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists with chairside procedures and patient care.
• Document patient care in electronic health records.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the clinical area.

Skills

Patient Education

Chairside Assistance

Infection Control

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited dental assisting course

Job description

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This range is provided by Apple Tree Dental. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$33.00/hr - $35.00/hr

We are seeking a Licensed Dental Assistant to join our dedicated team in Minneapolis, 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.

Benefits:

• Flexible work hours – No nights or weekends!
• Generous Paid Time Off plus 6 paid holidays and 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
  
  
  
  

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitality, Food and Beverage Services, and Retail

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