Licensed Dental Assistant Up to $36/hr Minnesota
Great Pay, Four-Day Workweek & a Team That Makes a Difference!
Looking for a dental assisting opportunity where you can grow your skills, enjoy a great work-life balance, and genuinely make a difference in your patients' lives?
We're partnering with a well-established, mission-driven nonprofit healthcare organization in Minnesota that is looking for Licensed Dental Assistants to join its growing dental team! This is a great opportunity to work alongside supportive providers, enjoy variety in your day, and build a long-term career with an organization that truly cares about its patients and employees.
Position Details
- Four-day workweek! Enjoy a condensed Tuesday-Friday schedule at the southern Minnesota location, generally 7:30 AM-6:00 PM.
- Variety in your workday! Rotate between chairside assisting, examinations, procedures, and other clinical responsibilities to keep your skills sharp.
- Work alongside a collaborative team of dentists, dental therapists, hygienists, and fellow dental assistants.
- Assist with general dentistry, restorative procedures, crowns, fillings, extractions, and other dental services.
- Enjoy a team-based approach where assistants rotate between providers and responsibilities rather than being assigned to the same tasks every day.
- Help patients of all ages feel comfortable and confident while receiving quality dental care.
- Work in an established dental clinic with 17 operatories and a team committed to excellent patient care.
- Be part of a growing nonprofit organization that values teamwork, professional development, and giving back to the community.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Pay: $28.97-$36.35/hour, based on experience.
- $1,000 sign-on bonus, paid upfront!
- Four-day workweek offering more time for family, hobbies, and life outside of work.
- 403(b) retirement plan with a 4% employer match.
- Comprehensive health benefits, including three medical plan options, dental, and vision coverage.
- Up to 80 hours of vacation accrual during your first year, plus sick leave under Minnesota ESST.
- $400 in annual continuing education support, prorated for full-time employees.
- Additional benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, wellness incentives, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited dental assisting program with current Minnesota dental assisting registration/licensure.
- Current CPR certification.
- Comfortable assisting with dental procedures, preparing instruments, maintaining infection-control standards, and providing patient education.
- Strong communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
- Enjoys working with patients from diverse backgrounds and helping people feel comfortable during dental visits.
- Expanded-function experience is a plus, but not required!
- Bilingual skills are welcomed
Surrounding Area
- Enjoy southern Minnesota living! Experience the charm of a welcoming community with convenient access to shopping, dining, recreation, and everyday amenities.
- Love the outdoors? Explore beautiful lakes, walking and biking trails, fishing, kayaking, golf, and year-round activities
- Great for families! Enjoy local parks, schools, colleges, community events, and family-friendly activities.
- Easy access to the Twin Cities! Take advantage of professional sports, concerts, museums, restaurants, shopping, and big-city entertainment.
- Find your ideal lifestyle! Enjoy a smaller-community atmosphere while remaining connected to the amenities of a major metropolitan area.
