Dental Assistant (Licensed) Schara Dentistry - 5.0 Oakdale, MN Job Details Part-time | Full-time From $28 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits 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 Loan assistance Flexible schedule Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications Chairside assisting Patient comfort Diagnostic imaging equipment Composite resin restorations Assisting medical staff Mid-level Intraoral cameras Intraoral scanners Dental equipment Digital dental impression taking Operating medical imaging equipment Patient interaction Open Dental Full Job Description Licensed Dental Assistant Schara Dentistry offers a true team‑oriented, family‑like environment where even the doctor jumps in to help, creating a workplace where our entire team feel genuinely supported. Our Dental Assistants enjoy a compassionate, conservative approach to patient care, loyal patients who make each day meaningful, and a close‑knit team that works hard, has fun, and truly looks out for one another. With PTO accruing from day one and a culture built on trust and teamwork, this is a place where you can thrive. Why you will love working here: A True Team Environment — Everyone pitches in, including Dr. Schara, so you never feel alone in the day's workload. A Compassionate, Family‑Like Practice — Patients are loyal, kind, and deeply connected to the team, making your workday enjoyable and fulfilling. Hands‑On Growth & Skill Development — As a Licensed Dental Assistant, you will work side‑by‑side with a highly respected doctor who values teaching, collaboration, and helping you expand your skills in a supportive, low‑pressure environment.

Preferred experience/skillset/characteristics:

Have a deep interest in continuing education and up to date on the current trends as a Dental Assistant Possess sharp Dental Assistant clinical skills including but not limited to capturing diagnostic x-rays, digital scanning, and anticipating the needs of the doctor Desired characteristics: superb time management, self-starter, comforting chair-side communication style and ability to work independently and cohesively within a team Areas of practice:

General Dentistry:

esthetic crown, bridge, implant and composite restorations

Prosthodontics:

removable, fixed

Orthodontics:

Invisalign Endodontics:

premolar, molar Oral surgery: implant placement, extractions, bone grafting

Cosmetic Dentistry:

veneers, in office whitening, full mouth rehabilitations Facial esthetics: Botox, laser peels, 4D laser treatment Sleep apnea therapy

Technology & Op Layout:

Open Dental PM software Dentimax sensors I/O cameras Digital scanner Cavitron Diagnodent Fontona laser 5 op layout

Hours:

Tuesday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

•Flexible schedule designcan be discussed in a further interview Compensation & benefits: Compensation starting at $28/hour Benefits including but not limited to 401K with 3% match, liability insurance, PTO, paid holidays, sick pay, medical insurance, dental coverage (employee and family), CPR, CE, uniform, loan repayment assistance, facial laser treatment and more To learn more about our office, we invite you to visit us at www.scharadentistry.org 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!

Pay:

From $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Work Location:

In person