Licensed Dental Assistant - Sedation

Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc. (NEHCR); Mounds View, Main Street (MN, CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven team as a Sedation Licensed Dental Assistant, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional dental care. This position allows you to work in both traditional and mobile settings, ensuring smooth operations during sedation procedures and supporting patients throughout their treatment journey. With opportunities for continued training and growth, you will be part of a supportive environment that values your contributions and commitment to patient care. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and thrive in a collaborative setting, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Opportunities for continued training

Supportive team environment

Experience in mobile dental care

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited dental assisting program and active licensure required.
• BLS certification and effective communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sedation and non-sedation procedures alongside dental providers.
• Monitor and support patients during sedation appointments and document treatment notes.

Skills

Sedation Procedures

Patient Monitoring

Infection Control

Communication Skills

Spanish-speaking Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Dental Assisting Program

Active Minnesota Dental Assistant Licensure

BLS (CPR) Certification

Tools

Electronic Health Record Systems

Job description

Join our dedicated Oral Health Care team as a Sedation Licensed Dental Assistant and play a key role in delivering high-quality dental care to our patients. This position offers a unique opportunity to support clinical services in both traditional and mobile dental settings, including outpatient clinics, our ambulatory surgical center, and community-based locations.
As a Sedation Licensed Dental Assistant, you will assist the dentist(s), CRNA, dental or medical anesthesiologist, hygienist(s), and advanced dental therapist(s) in the preparation and delivery of dental services with a focus on sedation and surgical support. Your role ensures smooth operations and compassionate care in both clinical and community settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in sedation and non-sedation procedures alongside dental providers and anesthesia professionals
• Prepare operatory and instruments for dental procedures, maintaining strict infection control protocols
• Monitor and support patients during sedation appointments
• Document treatment notes in the electronic health record
• Participate in mobile dental unit outreach and clinic-based care delivery
• Collaborate with clinical and support staff to ensure excellent patient experience

Why Join Us?

• Work in a mission-driven, patient-focused care environment
• Be part of a supportive team that values your contributions
• Gain experience in both clinic-based and mobile delivery dental care
• Opportunities for continued training and growth in sedation and advanced care delivery

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of an accredited dental assisting program
• Active Minnesota dental assistant licensure with DAND certification and/or state jurisprudence to perform designated tasks
• Current BLS (CPR) certification from American Heart Association or Red Cross
• Allied sedation monitoring and IV assistant certification preferred (or ability to obtain within 18 months of hire)
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English required
• Spanish-speaking skills preferred based on clinic location
• Valid driver’s license and ability to be added to company car insurance roster highly preferred