Licensed Dental Assistant - Tailwind Wayzata & Richfield

beBright; Wayzata (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Tailwind Pediatric Dentistry seeks a Licensed Dental Assistant to join our pediatric team in Wayzata and Richfield. The role supports a fast-paced environment, assisting doctors and maintaining infection control across two locations, Monday–Thursday, 7:30 am–4:00 pm.

We value clear communication, teamwork, and a commitment to extraordinary patient care. New grads welcome and E-Verify participates.

Qualifications

• Active Minnesota Dental Assistant License required.
• Thrives in a busy environment and is a team player.
• Strong communication skills and empathy with patients.

Responsibilities

• Present the patient to the doctor.
• Clean the patient’s teeth.
• Fluoride application.
• Take, expose and develop digital radiographs (bitewings, panoramic).
• Assist the dentist during treatment procedures in office or hospital.
• Review schedule to ensure appointments are scheduled appropriately.
• Set-up and tear down dental chairs and operatory rooms.
• Sterilize instruments and restock supplies.

Skills

Dental assisting

Communication

Team player

Education

Minnesota Dental Assistant License

Job description

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Licensed Dental Assistant - Tailwind Wayzata & Richfield

Clinical Team Full Time Clinical Wayzata, MN, US

We are looking to hire a Licensed Dental Assistant who is excited about a fun and rewarding career in the Pediatric Dental field. This position would be based out of both of our practices in Wayzata and Richfield, Monday-Thursday 7:30 am-4pm.

WHO WE ARE:

Tailwind Pediatric Dentistry has a reputation for offering comprehensive pediatric dental care in a friendly, inviting, and professional environment. When you visit our practice, you’re not just another smile; you’re family!

• Someone with an active Minnesota Dental Assistant License
• A great communicator that wants to make a difference in our patients care.
• Someone who thrives in a busy environment and is a team player.
• Eagerness to learn and provide extraordinary care to our patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Present the patient to the doctor.
• Clean the patient’s teeth.
• Fluoride application
• Take, expose and develop digital radiographs (bitewings, panoramic).
• Assist the dentist during treatment procedures in office or hospital.
• Review schedule to make sure appointments are scheduled appropriately.
• Set-up and tear down dental chairs and operatory rooms.
• Parents consults-discuss treatment plans.
• Clean and sterilize instruments.
• Lab work.
• Restock supplies in rooms and sterilization area.
• Help decorate office for birthdays and holidays.
• Infection control & maintenance of OSHA guidelines.

We offer a fun and fast-paced work environment with flexible work hours, competitive salaries ($30hr+DOE), and excellent benefits packages. New grads welcome!

Tailwind pediatric dentistry participates in E-Verify