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Join Our Team as a Licensed Dental Assistant!

Are you a Licensed Dental Assistant looking for a fun, fulfilling, and rewarding career in pediatric dentistry? This is a fantastic opportunity to put your expanded functions to use while making a positive impact in the lives of children every day.

Who We Are

MPDA is a specialty dental practice certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. We provide expert pediatric dental care for infants, toddlers, children, pre-teens, and teens at our 4 locations throughout the Twin Cities, including St. Paul, Fridley, North Oaks, and Eagan. Our gentle and compassionate team of pediatric specialists have been delivering high-quality pediatric dental care tailored to the unique needs of growing smiles since 1965.

Job Responsibilities

• Assisting
• Pediatric
• Dentists: Provide chairside assistance to pediatric dentists during exams, treatments, and procedures, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow.
• Patient
• Preparation: Prepare treatment areas, sterilize and set up necessary instruments and equipment. Ensure patient comfort by explaining procedures and addressing any concerns.
• Radiographs: Take dental X-rays while following safety protocols for pediatric patients. Ensure the accurate positioning and technique for high-quality images.
• Sterilization &
• Infection
• Control: Maintain high standards of sterilization and infection control protocols, ensuring that all dental instruments and equipment are properly sanitized and safe for use.
• Expanded
• Functions: Utilize your expanded functions as permitted by Minnesota state law, including taking impressions, placing dental sealants, performing coronal polishing, and applying fluoride treatments.
• Patient
• Education: Educate children and their parents on proper oral hygiene techniques, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions. Provide guidance on nutrition and the importance of regular dental visits.
• Managing
• Patient
• Flow: Ensure that the patient flow remains efficient by managing appointment schedules, assisting with patient transitions between procedures, and keeping wait times minimal.
• Documentation &
• Recordkeeping: Accurately record patient information, including medical history, treatment plans, and progress notes in the electronic health record (EHR) system. Ensure confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.