Licensed Dental Assistant

At Waterford Dental we believe everyone deserves access to exceptional dental care. Our office serves Eden Prairie and all surrounding twin cities metro. Every day presents opportunities to make a meaningful difference through compassion, teamwork, and outstanding patient care.

We're looking for an Licensed Dental Assistant with a calm positive attitude and who takes pride in providing exceptional patient experiences and thrives in a collaborative and caring environment. If you're someone who remains calm under pressure, communicates with empathy, and enjoys helping patients feel comfortable—even during challenging situations—we'd love to meet you. We are a PPO / fee for service office that was started about year ago with a mission to become a one stop dental office for all ages and all kinds of dental work. Our dentist is highly trained with over 20 years of experience providing general and specialized services with minimal referral which our patients appreciate the most. Our biggest strength is SAME DAY EMERGENCY CARE . You will be well treated , respected and rewarded for your hard work and contribution.

Schedule

• Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Compensation

Starting at $32/Hr based on experience.

What You'll Do

As a key member of our clinical team, you'll partner closely with our doctor to deliver exceptional care while helping patients feel informed, comfortable, and supported throughout their visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist providers using four-handed dentistry techniques
• Prepare treatment rooms and patients for a variety of procedures
• Take digital radiographs and intraoral images. We use open dental software.
• Ensure operatories are clean, organized, and fully stocked
• Sterilize instruments in accordance with OSHA and CDC standards
• Provide patient education before, during, and after treatment
• Fabricate temporary restorations and complete expanded functions as permitted by licensure
• Maintain accurate electronic patient records
• Support efficient patient flow while delivering an exceptional patient experience
• Collaborate with providers and front office team members to keep the day running smoothly

What Makes You Successful

Our best assistants are:

• Motivated by helping patients who may need extra education, reassurance, or encouragement
• Able to maintain professionalism and composure during busy or unpredictable days
• Excellent communicators who build trust with patients from all backgrounds
• Team players who enjoy supporting one another to deliver outstanding care
• Adaptable, organized, and energized by a high-volume practice
• Committed to continuous learning and delivering high-quality clinical care

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota Licensed Dental Assistant (LDA)
• CPR/BLS Certification
• Knowledge of OSHA and CDC infection control standards
• Experience with digital radiography and open dental software is plus
• Coronal polishing and other expanded functions preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Previous chairside dental assisting experience preferred

*Why Waterford Dental *

• Competitive hourly pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Continuing education opportunities
• Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
• Modern technology and clinical resources
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Bonus programs to be introduced shortly.

If you're looking for more than just another dental assisting position—and want to be part of a team that truly changes lives—we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us make quality dental care accessible to every patient who walks through our doors.

Pay: From $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Fabrication • CPR Certification • Continuing education credits • Teamwork • Dental office • Maintaining an organized workspace • Dental care patient counseling • OSHA • Preparing dental treatment areas • Hourly pay • BLS Certification • Paid holidays • Restoration • Full-time • 11+ years • Intraoral cameras • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • 401(k) • Chairside coronal polishing • One-on-one patient counseling • Emotional support for patients • Disinfection procedures • Medical records • Paid time off • Dental x-ray • Organizational skills • Dental equipment • Cleaning • Four handed dentistry • Stocking • Patient interaction • Vision insurance • 401(k) matching • In-person • Employee discount • Patient education • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) • Managing patient records • Radiology • Opportunities for advancement • Polishing • Communication skills • Open Dental • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling