Unlicensed Dental Assistant
Located in Woodbury, Minnesota, Smiles Plus Dental Care is a dental clinic that focuses on creating a great experience for our patients. We are looking for an Unlicensed Dental Assistant who is passionate about patient care to join our team. No prior experience needed; training available. This is a great entry-level position for students and those interested in beginning their career in dentistry.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment
- Prepare and maintain patient records
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment
QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will possess the following traits, knowledge, and experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Willingness to learn medical terminology, dental procedures, and dental anatomy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, qualifications, or skills required for the role.
Our practice provides an extraordinary experience for our patients. We achieve this through compassionate care and teamwork. Therefore, we will only hire someone that truly cares about patients and works well with others. If you are great at multi-tasking and enjoy being busy, we'd love for you to join our team.
We offer great benefits including paid vacation, paid holidays, medical insurance, and 401k matching. Hourly compensation will be based on previous experience.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to be considered for the position.
Job Type: Part-time to Full-time
Pay: From $15 an hour, dependent on experience
Benefits:
- 3-day work weeks (Monday - Wednesday)
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Medical insurance
- 401k matching
Healthcare setting:
- Dental office
Schedule:
- Monday - Wednesday from 7AM to 8PM (with 1-hour lunch break)
- 4-day weekends, closed major holidays
- Part Time and Full Time positions available
Experience:
Entry-level position; training available.