About this role
Tailwind Pediatric Dentistry-Wayzata & Richfield
We are looking to hire a Licensed Dental Assistant who is excited about a fun and rewarding career in the Pediatric Dental field. This position would be based out of both of our practices in Wayzata and Richfield, Monday-Thursday 7:30 am-4pm.
WHO WE ARE:
Tailwind Pediatric Dentistry has a reputation for offering comprehensive pediatric dental care in a friendly, inviting, and professional environment. When you visit our practice, youre not just another smile; youre family!
Visit our Website: https://www.tailwindkids.com/ to learn more
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- Someone with an active Minnesota Dental Assistant License
- A great communicator that wants to make a difference in our patients care.
- Someone who thrives in a busy environment and is a team player.
- Eagerness to learn and provide extraordinary care to our patients.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Present the patient to the doctor.
- Clean the patients teeth.
- Fluoride application
- Take, expose and develop digital radiographs (bitewings, panoramic).
- Provide hygiene and diet education.
- Assist the dentist during treatment procedures in office or hospital.
- Schedule follow-up exams.
- Review schedule to make sure appointments are scheduled appropriately.
- Set-up and tear down dental chairs and operatory rooms.
- Parents consults-discuss treatment plans.
- Clean and sterilize instruments.
- Lab work.
- Restock supplies in rooms and sterilization area.
- Help decorate office for birthdays and holidays.
- Infection control & maintenance of OSHA guidelines.
We offer a fun and fast-paced work environment with flexible work hours, competitive salaries ($30hr+DOE), and excellent benefits packages. New grads welcome!
Tailwind pediatric dentistry participates in E-Verify
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.