Dental Assistant (Best of West Lakes winner!) West Lakes Dentistry

• 5.0 Mound, MN Job Details Part-time | Full-time $34
• $37 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Health savings account Paid holidays 401(k) 3% Match Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Paid sick time Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Patient comfort Diagnostic imaging equipment Patient flow optimization Preparing dental treatment areas Sterilization Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) Patient management software Assisting medical staff Mid-level Intraoral cameras Preparing medical treatment area Schedule management Dental equipment Digital dental impression taking Stocking Operating medical imaging equipment Patient interaction Patient education Sensors Open Dental Time management Full Job Description Our private dental practice is seeking a Licensed Dental Assistant to join a supportive team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.

This role offers the opportunity to grow professionally while making a positive impact on patients' oral health in a collaborative and rewarding environment. Why you will love working with us: Competitive pay of $34

• 37/hour plus a $1,000 welcome bonus. Excellent benefits package , including medical insurance, HSA, 401 (k) with 3% match, PTO, paid holidays, sick time, dental coverage for employees and family, CE reimbursement, CPR certification, uniforms, and more. 3
• or 4-day workweek , with Monday through Wednesday as core days, providing flexibility and strong work-life balance.

Exposure to advanced dentistry , including implants, cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign, oral surgery, sleep apnea therapy, prosthodontics, and full-mouth rehabilitation. State-of-the-art technology , including CBCT, digital scanning, smile design software, rotary endo, intraoral cameras, and Open Dental. Opportunity to expand clinical skills across a wide variety of procedures and specialties. Recognized and respected practice with local community accolades and a loyal patient base.

Key skills/characteristics:

Team-first mindset: works cohesively with doctors, assistants, hygienists, and the business team and willingly steps in where support is needed.

Strong schedule awareness:

able to see the entire clinical schedule, anticipate needs and bottlenecks, adjust priorities, and help keep the day moving smoothly.

Excellent patient management:

keeps patients informed and comfortable, manages transitions efficiently, and communicates proactively with the clinical team.

Willingness to chip in:

helps with room turnover, sterilization, stocking, hygiene support, and other needs that keep the team and patient flow on track. Possesses sharp clinical skills including diagnostic x-rays, digital scanning, and anticipating the needs of the doctor. Strong time management, self-starter mentality, comforting chair-side communication style, and interest in continuing education and current trends in Dentistry/Dental Assisting. Technology & op layout: Open Dental PM software XDR sensors I/O cameras Digital scanner CBCT Rotary Endo Smile design software 7-op layout; 2-doctor practice

Hours:

Monday

• Wednesday are core workdays 3
• or 4-day workweek available Compensation & benefits: $1,000 welcome bonus Compensation of $34
• 37/hour Benefits including but not limited to 401 K with 3% match, PTO, paid holidays, sick pay, medical insurance, HSA, dental coverage (employee and family), CPR, CE, uniform, and more

Accolades:

Voted "Best of Lake Minnetonka" finalist Best of West Lakes winner To learn more about our office, we invite you to visit us at: www.westlakesdentistry.com Please submit your resume directly in response to this ad to reserve an interview today! Thank you for considering our practice, we are eager to meet you!

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$34.00

• $37.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement

Work Location:

In person