Licensed Dental Assistant

About the role

The Fergus Falls Dental Clinic provides patient-centered care to people with intellectual/developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, or severe and persistent mental illness. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, the Dental Assistant is a strong team player who treats their patients and teammates with dignity and respect. The Dental Assistant provides optimal dental care for these patients, responding to their needs in a respectful and professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Aid the Dentist and Hygienist with patient treatment in clinic, hospital, and surgical settings.
• Prepare treatment rooms for dental procedures.
• Aid in performing operating room dental procedures.
• Aid providers in delivering quality care to patients.
• Sterilize instruments and perform infection control procedures.
• Perform expanded functions including scheduling, client intakes, and filing.
• Track lab cases to verify the case is sent and delivered prior to delivery appointment.
• Accurately document treatment information in patient charts.
• Aid with billing, medical record services, and clerical responsibilities.

Requirements

• Active license with the Minnesota State Board of Dentistry as a Dental Assistant.
• Experience with common oral hygiene techniques and standard dental equipment and methods.
• Experience taking x-rays, chairside assisting, dental charting, record keeping, and infection prevention.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working with special needs population.
• Experience working with Dentrix.
• Completion of an Allied Sedation Course approved by the Minnesota State Board of Dentistry.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures.

Benefits

The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Fertility care, including IVF.
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years).
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury.
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.

Pay

$24.84 - $31.99 /hourly

Schedule

Day Shift / 32 hours