Licensed Dental Assistant - St. Paul & Eagan

Metropolitan Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

No evenings or weekends

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

New grads welcome

Job summary

Metropolitan Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is seeking a Licensed Dental Assistant for our St. Paul and Eagan locations. You will support pediatric dentists with exams, treatments, and procedures while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

New grads welcome. The role involves sterilization, radiography, and expanded functions per Minnesota state law, with a focus on smooth workflows and excellent patient care for children and families.

Qualifications

• Licensed Dental Assistant in Minnesota with expanded functions per state law.
• Experience in pediatric dental settings is beneficial.
• Familiarity with sterilization, infection control, and radiography protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance to pediatric dentists during exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Prepare treatment areas, sterilize and set up instruments and equipment.
• Take dental X-rays following pediatric safety protocols.
• Maintain sterilization and infection control standards.
• Utilize expanded functions such as impressions, sealants, coronal polishing, and fluoride applications as allowed by state law.
• Educate children and parents on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Manage patient flow and scheduling to minimize wait times.
• Record patient information and treatment plans in the EHR with HIPAA compliance.
• Support behavior management of anxious or uncooperative pediatric patients.

Skills

Dental assisting

Pediatric dentistry

HIPAA compliance

Education

Licensed Dental Assistant (LDA) in Minnesota

Tools

EHR system

Job description

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Licensed Dental Assistant - St. Paul & Eagan

Clinical Team Full Time Clinical Saint Paul, MN, US

Join Our Team as a Licensed Dental Assistant!

Are you a Licensed Dental Assistant looking for a fun, fulfilling, and rewarding career in pediatric dentistry? We’re excited to welcome a motivated LDA to our beautiful St. Paul & Eagan locations! This is a fantastic opportunity to put your expanded functions to use while making a positive impact in the lives of children every day.

Who We Are:

Metropolitan Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics has been providing quality pediatric dental care for infants, children, and adolescents in the Twin Cities since 1965. Our pediatric dentists are all members of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and are Board Certified through the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Our orthodontist is a board certified member of the American Association of Orthodontists.

Assisting Pediatric Dentists:
Provide chairside assistance to pediatric dentists during exams, treatments, and procedures, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow.

Patient Preparation:
Prepare treatment areas, sterilize and set up necessary instruments and equipment. Ensure patient comfort by explaining procedures and addressing any concerns.

Radiographs:
Take dental X-rays while following safety protocols for pediatric patients. Ensure the accurate positioning and technique for high-quality images.

Sterilization & Infection Control:
Maintain high standards of sterilization and infection control protocols, ensuring that all dental instruments and equipment are properly sanitized and safe for use.

Expanded Functions:
Utilize your expanded functions as permitted by Minnesota state law, including taking impressions, placing dental sealants, performing coronal polishing, and applying fluoride treatments.

Patient Education:
Educate children and their parents on proper oral hygiene techniques, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions. Provide guidance on nutrition and the importance of regular dental visits.

Managing Patient Flow:
Ensure that the patient flow remains efficient by managing appointment schedules, assisting with patient transitions between procedures, and keeping wait times minimal.

Documentation & Recordkeeping:
Accurately record patient information, including medical history, treatment plans, and progress notes in the electronic health record (EHR) system. Ensure confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Behavior Management Support:
Assist in managing anxious or uncooperative pediatric patients with calming techniques, distraction methods, and appropriate behavioral guidance during procedures.

Collaboration with Team Members:
Work closely with pediatric dentists, hygienists, office staff, and parents to create a supportive, compassionate environment that prioritizes the well-being of young patients.

We offer a fun and fast-paced work environment, flexible work hours with no evenings or weekends required, competitive salaries, and excellent benefits packages. New grads welcome!