Licensed Dental Assistant - Orthodontic Health Center - Rochester, MN

Overview We’re looking for a friendly, motivated, and detail-oriented orthodontic assistant/ LDA to join our welcoming team! This is a great opportunity to put your dental assisting skills to work in a specialty setting where you’ll help create confident smiles every day. Pay will be based on experience. What You’ll Do: Assist chairside with orthodontic procedures Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care. Take records (photos, X-rays, intraoral scans) Help with sterilization and operatory setup/breakdown Ensure each patient has a positive, comfortable experience Laboratory duties including appliances on a limited basis as needed Non-clinical responsibilities as needed: a. Greeting patients as they come in b. Answering telephones c. Scheduling appointments d. Entering new patients into the computer system e. Accepting payments for treatment f. Participating in marketing the practice What We’re Looking For: Dental Assisting Certification (or eligibility) Previous experience in orthodontic assisting is a plus but not required Willingness to learn orthodontic techniques (we’ll train you!) CPR certification or willingness to be certified Positive attitude, team-oriented, reliability, and a patient-first mindset Why You’ll Love It Here: Supportive team and friendly work environment Hands-on orthodontic experience Opportunity to grow your skills with new technology If you’re ready to start your orthodontic career or continue your orthodontic career in a practice that values teamwork and patient care, we’d love to hear from you! Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $29.00 - $33.00 per hour Expected hours: 32.0 per week Benefits: 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Employee discount On-the-job training Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training Retirement plan Uniform allowance License/Certification: dental assisting license (Required) Ability to Commute: Rochester, MN 55906 (Required) Work Location: In person

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