Part-Time Licensed Dental Assistant

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 Were excited to welcome a motivated LDA to our beautiful St. Paul and Fridley locations! This is a fantastic opportunity to put your expanded functions to use while making a positive impact in the lives of children every day. This position will be for Monday and Friday.

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.

• Behavior Management Support:
  Assist in managing anxious or uncooperative pediatric patients with calming techniques distraction methods and appropriate behavioral guidance during procedures.

• Collaboration with Team Members:
  Work closely with pediatric dentists hygienists office staff and parents to create a supportive compassionate environment that prioritizes the well-being of young patients.

We offer a fun and fast-paced work environment flexible work hours with no evenings or weekends required competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages. New grads welcome!

MPDA participates in E-Verify

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race color religion sex age national origin disability veteran status or any other protected characteristic.