DescriptionLooking for an amazing and fast paced pediatric clinic? Dental Kidds offers incredible growth opportunities while providing a warm and inviting work environment. We like to have fun while taking our dentistry seriously.Whether you have years of experience or have just recently graduated, Dental Kidds has opportunities in pediatrics, orthodontics, and general dentistry. What We Offer:
- State-of-the-art clinics tailored to children's needs.
- Outstanding staff ranking among the top 10% in the industry.
- Access to advanced tools such as digital radiographs, cone-beam x-rays, intra-oral cameras, and digital scanners utilizing Open Dental software.
- Comprehensive training program with individualized mentorship for new dental assistants.
- Dedication to providing high-quality patient care.
Responsibilities•Take 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 necessary•Support dentists and dental hygienists by handing off dental instruments, providing suction, and ensuring chair-side accessibility to the team during procedures or examinations•Meet patients and explain dental care treatment plans so they feel comfortable during an appointment•Answer any questions the patient may have about dental hygiene, schedule appointments for patient care follow up, and provide postoperative instructions with methods for infection control of the patients' teeth and gums, after procedures•Prepare and layout sterilized equipment, dental instruments, anesthetics, dental supplies, and materials inside treatment rooms for examinations and dental proceduresQualifications•Current Licensed Dental Assistant (LDA) in the State of MN or soon-to-be-licensed•Exceptional interpersonal skills, customer service, organization, and excellent communication skills are preferred•State licensed as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)•Experience with dental software, updating patient histories, and computer skills are needed•Up-to-date BLS/CPR certification is required•Associate's Degree or a certification from a college or technical school training program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation is required