Job Description
Job Description
Sterile Technician / Dental Assistant – Join Our Fun & Fast-Paced Pediatric Dental Team!
Locations: Coon Rapids & Blaine, MN
Clinic: Dental Kidds
Do you enjoy working with children in a lively, supportive environment? Dental Kidds is currently hiring an unlicensed Dental Assistant to join our amazing teams in Coon Rapids and Blaine!
At Dental Kidds, we specialize in creating a fun, positive dental experience for children. Our clinics are designed with young patients in mind—colorful, welcoming, and focused on making every visit enjoyable.
Why Join Us?
- Work alongside friendly, skilled professionals who truly care about each other and the patients we serve
- Collaborate with cutting-edge, compassionate doctors who are committed to excellence
- Enjoy a supportive, team-based culture in a fast-paced and fulfilling environment
- Be part of a workplace that values fun, kindness, and professionalism
What We’re Looking For:
- Currently enrolled in dental school and soon to graduate, or extensive experience as an unlicensed dental assistant.
- Passion for working with children and making them feel comfortable
- Strong team spirit and communication skills
- Interest in growing a long-term career in the dental field
If you're ready to bring your energy, enthusiasm, and care to a team that’s making a difference in children's lives every day, we’d love to meet you.
Compensation:
$21 - $25 hourly
Responsibilities:
- Clean, sterilize, and disinfect dental instruments and equipment following OSHA, CDC, and clinic protocols.
- Prepare and maintain sterilization logs to ensure proper documentation and compliance with infection control standards.
- Set up and restock operatories with sterile instruments, trays, and supplies for dental procedures.
- Inspect instruments for damage or wear and report any concerns to the clinical team.
- Operate autoclaves and other sterilization equipment according to manufacturer and safety guidelines.
- Maintain a clean and organized sterilization area, ensuring all surfaces are disinfected and supplies are properly stored.
- Monitor inventory levels of sterile supplies and communicate needs for reordering or restocking.
- Follow all safety protocols to protect patients and staff from cross-contamination or infection.
- Assist clinical staff as needed with chairside setup, breakdown, and cleaning between patients.
- Support compliance efforts related to OSHA, HIPAA, and internal infection control policies.
Qualifications:
- Experience working with children.
- Currently enrolled in dental assisting school or have experience working as an unlicensed assistant.
- Computer Skills.
- Superb communication skills.
About Company
Philosophy
We provide the highest standard of personalized patient care while having fun, creating an inviting atmosphere, and building a lifetime of confidence and healthy dental habits. We treat each child as if they were our own.
Visit our website at: https://dentalkidds.com/
Office locations:
- Blaine, MN
- Coon Rapids, MN
- Hudson, WI
- New Richmond, WI