Our busy dental office is in need of a dependable and motivated Clinical Dental Assistant to join our team. We are a general practice office that offers a wide range of services to our valued patients.
This position works either a 5 day work week (Monday-Friday)
OR a 3 day work week (TBD)
A Minnesota Dental Assisting license is preferred, but NOT required. We will train the right candidate who is motivated to learn.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Passionate about providing patient-centered care, and excellent customer service
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong Team player
Previous Dental Experience preferred, but not required. (We will train the right individual)
Dental Assisting Training is preferred, but not required.
HONEST, RELIABLE, DEPENDABLE and PROFESSIONAL
Ability to stand for long periods of time (6-9 hour shifts)
Bilingual a Plus, but not required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The Dental Assistant is responsible for providing quality customer service to patients and parents at check in and checkout as well as assisting the dentist during clinical procedures.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High School Graduate
Strong Customer Service Skills
Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting program desired but not required (Will train the right individual.)
PROFESSIONAL:
Good interpersonal skills to maintain effective rapport with patients, dentists, other staff members, and community.
Excellent communication skills
Team Player
Willingness to learn and grow professionally
PROFESSIONAL, RELIABLE and DEPENDABLE
Eligibility to work in the United States
Benefits:
401(k)
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
No weekends
License/Certification:
Dental Assisting License or X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person - West Saint Paul Dental Clinic Setting