Licensed Dental Assistant

Apple Tree Dental; Minnesota; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Tree Dental is seeking a compassionate Licensed Dental Assistant to join their team in Saint Paul, MN. This role offers flexible hours, generous paid time off, and comprehensive health benefits while allowing you to make a positive impact on patient care in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Flexible work hours – No nights or weekends!

Generous Paid Time Off and 6 paid holidays

12 hours of paid continuing education annually

401(k) Matching – Up to 3%

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Scrub Allowance

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited dental assisting course.
• Active Minnesota Licensed Dental Assistant (LDA) credential required.
• Current CPR (BLS) certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists with patient care and preparation of dental materials.
• Take and develop dental X-rays as required.
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Infection Control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Completion of an accredited dental assisting course

Active Minnesota Licensed Dental Assistant (LDA) credential

DANB certification or equivalent

Current CPR (BLS) certification

Job description

Join Our Team as a Licensed Dental Assistant at Apple Tree Dental

We are seeking a dedicated Licensed Dental Assistant to join our team in Saint Paul, MN. This role offers a collaborative, patient-focused environment where your skills and compassion will positively impact the community.

Benefits

• Flexible work hours – No nights or weekends!
• Generous Paid Time Off, 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, plus 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, organized clinical environment, following infection control protocols.
• Accurately document patient care and treatment plans in the electronic health record system.
• Collaborate with the dental team to ensure a positive patient experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, 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 English communication, both oral and written.

If you are a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Dental Assistant, we encourage you to apply today and join us in making dental care accessible to all.