Unlicensed dental assistant

The Dental Clinic; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick days

Uniform allowance

Employee discount

On-the-job training

Opportunities for advancement

Paid training

Job summary

The Dental Clinic in Saint Paul, MN is seeking an unlicensed dental assistant to join a small, compassionate team. You will provide chairside support across a range of procedures, assist with patient flow, and help maintain a positive, patient-centered experience.

This in-person role offers on-the-job training, uniform allowance, sick days, and opportunities for advancement in a fast-growing practice focused on delivering exceptional dental care.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong computer and typing skills.
• A proactive approach to patient and team needs.
• Effective time management.
• A comforting and reassuring chairside manner.
• Ability to work well within a team.
• Demonstrate initiative by proactively identifying tasks, solving problems independently, and staying productive without constant supervision.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent patient care with compassion, clear communication, and personalized attention.
• Provide chairside assistance for a range of dental procedures, including restorative, surgical, endodontic, pediatric, emergency, and preventative care.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to manage patient flow and keep all necessary parties informed.
• Track and monitor outside lab cases, ensuring timely communication and updates.
• Prepare treatment rooms, patient records, equipment, and instruments for procedures.
• Perform lab duties such as pouring models.
• Assist in managing the providers’ schedules to optimize appointment times.
• Handle office duties including confirming appointments, generating reports, and verifying insurance.
• Assist with phone duties as needed, including addressing patient needs and directing calls appropriately.
• Maintain accurate and concise electronic patient records.
• Ensure work areas and equipment meet OSHA, CDC, and sterilization/infection control standards.
• Keep dental equipment in proper working order.
• Develop a strong working relationship with the Doctor and promote a team-oriented environment.
• Pursue personal professional growth through internal and external training and continuing education.
• Utilize time efficiently to support practice revenue objectives.
• Follow office policies and demonstrate commitment to excellent service.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized clinic by disinfecting treatment rooms and high-touch surfaces, sterilizing equipment, properly disposing of waste, restocking supplies, and ensuring all areas meet hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Computer skills

Proactivity

Time management

Chairside demeanor

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

High school diploma

CPR certification

X-Ray Certification

Job description

Unlicensed Dental Assistant

Join our small, compassionate, and talented team of professionals as we expand to meet the needs of our growing patient base! If you're looking for a role where you can grow professionally, build meaningful patient connections, and maintain a healthy work/life balance, this is the position for you. We’re seeking a hardworking, eager-to-learn individual to help build our dental clinic. Excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic are a must!

What We Offer:

• A supportive team dedicated to enhancing the dental experience
• Sick days
• Uniform allowance

About Us:

• We are a startup dental practice operating out of a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility. We provide comprehensive care for patients of all ages and dental needs, aiming to become a fast-paced, diverse general practice. Our focus is on delivering an exceptional guest experience while growing rapidly

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver excellent patient care with compassion, clear communication, and personalized attention
• Provide chairside assistance for a range of dental procedures, including restorative, surgical, endodontic, pediatric, emergency, and preventative care
• Collaborate with the clinical team to manage patient flow and keep all necessary parties informed
• Track and monitor outside lab cases, ensuring timely communication and updates
• Prepare treatment rooms, patient records, equipment, and instruments for procedures
• Perform lab duties such as pouring models
• Assist in managing the providers’ schedules to optimize appointment times
• Handle office duties including confirming appointments, generating reports, and verifying insurance
• Assist with phone duties as needed, including addressing patient needs and directing calls appropriately
• Maintain accurate and concise electronic patient records
• Ensure work areas and equipment meet OSHA, CDC, and sterilization/infection control standards
• Keep dental equipment in proper working order
• Develop a strong working relationship with the Doctor and promote a team-oriented environment
• Pursue personal professional growth through internal and external training and continuing education
• Utilize time efficiently to support practice revenue objectives
• Follow office policies and demonstrate commitment to excellent service
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized clinic by disinfecting treatment rooms and high-touch surfaces, sterilizing equipment, properly disposing of waste, restocking supplies, and ensuring all areas, including restrooms and waiting rooms, meet hygiene and safety standards.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Strong computer and typing skills
• A proactive approach to patient and team needs
• Effective time management
• A comforting and reassuring chairside manner
• Ability to work well within a team
• Demonstrate initiative by proactively identifying tasks, solving problems independently, and staying productive without constant supervision.

Education and Certification:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• CPR certification (American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or equivalent)
• Customer service experience preferred

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid training
• Uniform allowance
• Schedule:
• No weekends
• Work days TBD
• Full or part time
• Experience:
• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
• License/Certification:
• X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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Salary range

• $17 - $20 per hour