Licensed Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant (Full-time, 4days/week) - Join a Kind, Skilled, and Team-Oriented Practice!

Rhode Island Dental is a family- oriented, patient-centered practice that has proudly served the St. Louis Park community for over 70 years. We've had the privilege of caring for generations of families - and now, we're excited to welcome a Dental Assistant who shares our values and commitment to excellent care.

Our practice is proud to serve a vibrant and diverse patient community, with individuals and families from a wide range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Our patients speak languages including Spanish, Russian, Somali, and more - and we deeply value the opportunity to provide respectful, inclusive care for every person who walks through our doors.

We're in an exciting period of rebuilding and renewal, focused on strengthening our team with shared values, clear communication, and a healthy, supportive work environment. If you're looking for more than just a job - if you want a workplace where you're trusted, valued and empowered - we'd love to meet you.

At Rhode Island Dental, we believe that a great team is the foundation of excellent patient care. We're intentionally building a culture rooted in:

• A foundation of respect, trust and integrity
• Teamwork and shared responsibility - no one carries a load alone
• Support and mentorship for one another
• Open, honest communication
• Warmth and compassion for both patients and staff
• A focus on balance and sustainability - no nights, no weekends

Whether you're a new grad or a seasoned Dental Assistant, you'll find a place where you're appreciated, supported and set up for long-term success.

Our Clinical Services

We are a private practice, offering a full-range of services:

• General Dentistry (crowns, bridges, fillings)
• Implants and Bone Grafting
• Oral Surgery
• Endodontics
• Invisalign
• Pediatric Dentistry
• Whitening

What We Offer

• Monday-Thursday work week, no evenings
• Competitive compensation starting at $30/hour
• Mentorship and training for new grads
• Supportive team culture
• Dental and medical insurance
• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick days, bereavement)
• Continuing education support
• 401(k) with generous match
• Long-term, loyal patient base

Who We're Looking For

Qualifications:

• Licensed Dental Assisting in the State of Minnesota (required)
• Certified in Dental Radiography (required)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Confident in equipment setup, sterilization and chairside procedures
• Able to clearly explain instructions to patients
• Familiarity with dental instruments and materials

You're a great fit if you are:

• Friendly, dependable, and confident
• A self-starter who can take initiative and work independently when needed
• Open to feedback and eager to grow professionally
• A strong communicator with patients and teammates
• Collaborative and team-oriented
• Committed to ethical, high-quality patient care
• Excited to work with a diverse, multilingual patient population
• Bilingual (Spanish, Russian or Somali) - a plus, but not required!

New grads are encouraged to apply - we provide support and mentorship every step of the way!

How to Apply

To learn more or apply, email your resume to patty@rhodeislanddentalmn.com or call us at 952-938-7628 to say hello or ask questions - we'd love to connect and welcome you to our team.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person