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Job Requirements Cottage Grove, MN Secret Polygraph Unspecified Early Career (2+ yrs experience) Salary not specified Join Premium to unlock estimated salaries Job Description Career Opportunities at LAUKOA Join the 'Ohana! LAUKOA brings together a diverse portfolio of companies delivering mission-critical services to the Department of Defense, federal agencies, and commercial organizations. From environmental stewardship and infrastructure support to technology, operations, maintenance, and construction services, we help clients accomplish their goals through expertise, innovation, and trusted partnerships. Rooted in Native Hawaiian values, we are committed to delivering results that strengthen organizations, communities, and future generations. Whether you're building critical infrastructure in Greenland, supporting federal health programs in Florida, or protecting ecosystems in the Pacific, LAUKOA brings together people who care about what they do. Current job opportunities with LAUKOA are posted here as they become available. Check back often for new positions! Back To Openings Dental Assistant (Part-Time)

Department:

PTS - CHS

Location:

Cottage Grove, MN

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Locations:

Various throughout Minnesota Must Reside in

Minnesota SUMMARY:

LAUKOA is currently seeking applicants for Dental Assistant positions located throughout the state of Minnesota in support of Medical Readiness Services for the Minnesota Army National Guard (MNARNG). Services will be performed in mobile and portable treatment environments at the client's location of choice throughout Minnesota. Work is primarily on weekends, with occasional work on weekdays, and all work is performed on a part-time, "as needed" basis to support Soldier medical and dental readiness requirements. LAUKOA provides health readiness services to help maintain a deployable military force for the

MNARNG. LOCATION

Various throughout Minnesota

HOURLY WAGE

$32.00 DUTIES

AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Support sterilization, infection prevention, and biohazard control procedures in clinical treatment areas. Assist dentists with dental documentation and Service member dental readiness processing activities. Prepare and maintain mobile or portable dental treatment areas and equipment. Ensure compliance with OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards and PPE requirements. Provide digital x-rays (Bitewings, Periapicals, and Panographs) Complete event setup, teardown, and maintenance of workstation equipment. Assist with yearly examination/screening and ensure accurate charting on Military forms Scan through the documentation to identify the Soldier's required needs Safeguard all patient information Ensures all actions comply with HIPAA and other appropriate federal and state laws and regulations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Active Dental Assistant certification (CDA, RDA, EDDA, EFDA) CPR/BLS certification A valid US driver's license Excellent customer service skills and experience interacting with difficult clientele Utilization of universal precautions for patient care 1+ years' experience in a dental setting Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes quickly Ability to work for lengthy periods and perform accurately at an adequate speed Must submit no less than two professional references with a resume

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Active Minnesota Dental Radiographer certification Active DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Familiarity with military dental documentation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Occasionally required to stand Occasionally required to walk Continually required to sit Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity Continually required to talk or hear While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually loud LAUKOA is an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. LAUKOA offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more. LAUKOA gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.

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