Unlicensed Dental Assistant

Apple Tree Dental; Mounds View (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Tree Dental in Mounds View, MN seeks an Unlicensed Clinical Dental Assistant to join our team. The role involves greeting patients, preparing them for procedures, and providing chairside assistance alongside dentists in a supportive, growth‑oriented environment.

Responsibilities include taking intraoral radiographs, instrument sterilization, and maintaining accurate patient records while upholding infection control protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Dental office experience preferred, but not required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English are required.
• Spanish speaking preferred at some locations.

Responsibilities

• Greet, seat, and prepare patients for clinical procedures.
• Complete intraoral radiographs.
• Provide chairside assistance to dentists as needed during treatments.
• Set up and clean up operatories, ensuring proper disinfection and waste management.
• Clean, package, and sterilize instruments according to infection control protocols.
• Assist with documentation and maintain accurate patient records.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Dental assisting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We are seeking a Unlicensed Clinical Dental Assistant to join our team in Mounds View, MN.

Whether you bring prior experience in dental assisting or are looking to launch your career in dental assisting, we encourage you to apply and grow with us in this rewarding environment.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation.
• Stable full-time schedule
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Opportunities for growth and professional development

Job Duties

• Greet, seat, and prepare patients for clinical procedures.
• Complete intraoral radiographs.
• Provide chairside assistance to dentists as needed during treatments.
• Set up and clean up operatories, ensuring proper disinfection and waste management.
• Clean, package, and sterilize instruments according to infection control protocols.
• Assist with documentation and maintain accurate patient records.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Dental office experience preferred, but not required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English are required.
• Spanish speaking preferred at some locations.

$20 - $23.50 an hour