Dental Assistant

St. Paul Pediatric Dentistry

Dental Assistant

Woodbury, MN
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Join Our Team at St. Paul Pediatric Dentistry! Are you looking to join a supportive, fun, and professional team? At St. Paul Pediatric Dentistry, we believe our team is our greatest asset. We’re proud to offer a positive work environment along with fantastic benefits, including: Great hours Generous paid time off Annual all-expenses-paid travel 401(k) with a 3% match Daily bonuses And so much more! If you’re searching for your dental home and you love working with kids — we’d love to meet you! Apply today and see why our team loves coming to work every day. Responsibilities: • Evaluate and document vital signs and medical history for patient records, take x-rays of patients’ mouths, and apply a topical anesthetic for dental procedures, if needed • Prepare and layout sterilized equipment, dental instruments, anesthetics, dental supplies, and materials inside treatment rooms for examinations and dental procedures • Support dentists and dental hygienists by handing off dental instruments, providing suction, and ensuring chair-side accessibility to the team during procedures or examinations • Schedule appointments for patient care follow up, answer any questions they may have about dental hygiene, and provide postoperative instructions with methods for infection control of the patients’ teeth and gums, after procedures • Welcome patient and explain dental care treatment plans so they feel comfortable during their appointment Qualifications: • Previous dental assisting experience as a registered dental assistant or certified dental assistant (3 years) is necessary • Associate’s Degree or a certification from a college or technical school training program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation is required • Experience with dental software, updating patient histories, and computer skills are needed • State licensed as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) • Exceptional interpersonal skills, customer service, organization, and excellent communication skills are preferred Compensation: $32.50 - $39 hourly