Part Time Licensed Dental Assistant

Apple Tree Dental; Mounds View, Northern (MN, KY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) matching

Health benefits

Scrub allowance

Job summary

Apple Tree Dental in Mounds View, MN, is seeking a Part-Time Licensed Dental Assistant to join a patient-centered team. You will assist dentists, take X-rays, educate patients, and maintain a clean clinical environment with strict infection control.

Requirements include a Minnesota LDA credential, CPR/BLS, and DANB/state jurisprudence qualifications, plus strong English communication. This role offers flexible hours and benefits while supporting community oral health.

Qualifications

• Active Minnesota LDA credential required.
• DANB certification or state jurisprudence qualification for applicable tasks.
• Current CPR (BLS) certification.
• Proficiency in English both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists with chairside patient care and prepare materials.
• Take and develop dental X-rays as required.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-procedure care.
• Maintain a clean, compliant clinical environment and infection control.
• Document care and treatment plans in the EHR system.
• Collaborate with the dental team to ensure a positive patient experience.

Skills

Chairside assistance

X-ray imaging

Patient education

Infection control

EHR documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited dental assisting course

Job description

We are seeking a Part-Time Licensed Dental Assistant to join our dedicated team in Mounds View, 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.

The PT LDA hours are Monday's: 7:00-5:30 PM and Friday's: 7:00-4:30 PM

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.

$27.50 - $35 an hour