Unlicensed Dental Assistant Dental Hygiene and Assisting Students – Class

Unlicensed Dental Assistant – Class of 2026

We are looking for an energetic, student‑dedicated Unlicensed Dental Assistant to support our clinical team while you gain hands‑on experience in a patient‑centered dental practice.

• Provide compassionate, quality patient service through excellent chairside care and communication.
• Assist doctors and hygienists during a variety of dental procedures including restorative, surgical, endodontic, pediatric, emergency and preventive treatments.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments and materials while maintaining infection control and sterilization standards.
• Support clinical flow by organizing patient records, digital charts and equipment setup.
• Help manage daily patient scheduling and assist with confirming appointments or updating records.
• Perform basic laboratory tasks such as pouring study models and assisting with impressions.
• Collaborate with the dental team to ensure efficient operations and a positive patient experience.
• Participate in continuing education and mentorship opportunities offered by Park Dental.
• Learn and apply Park Dental’s standards for safety, quality assurance and service excellence.

• Ensure quality patient service by providing thorough care, effective communication and personalized attention.
• Assist doctors in basic and complex restorative, surgical, endodontic, pediatric, emergency and preventative treatments.
• Effectively manage daily patient flow and provide information to the appropriate individuals.
• Monitor and track laboratory cases and communicate information in a timely manner.
• Prepare treatment rooms, patient records and equipment for procedures.
• Perform laboratory procedures such as pouring study models.
• Assist in managing doctors and hygienists’ schedules to achieve utilization goals.
• Conduct office duties including appointment confirmation, insurance verifications and report generation.
• Assist with telephone calls and direct calls to the appropriate individual when necessary.
• Maintain accurate electronic patient record keeping and a complete database.
• Maintain a clean work environment and meet sterilization and infection control standards.
• Maintain dental equipment and instruments according to the small equipment preventative maintenance calendar.
• Communicate and build a strong working relationship and promote teamwork through cooperative and professional behaviors.
• Assume responsibility for personal professional growth through internal and external training opportunities and continuing education offerings.
• Practice effective business applications to support the practice revenue objectives.
• Follow and demonstrate commitment to Park Dental policies, guidelines and Service Excellence Standards.

• Current student in a Dental Hygiene or Dental Assistant program.
• Strong interpersonal skills, cooperative work relationships and professionalism.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Critical thinking, logic and reasoning to evaluate solutions and decisions.
• Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously with minimal direction.
• Strong computer and typing skills.

• Must be eligible to work in a dental practice setting.
• CPR certification obtained through the American Heart Association, American Red Cross or equivalent course.
• Previous customer service or healthcare experience is a plus but not required.

Park Dental values community involvement. Corporate‑sponsored volunteer events include Minnesota Dental Association’s Give Kids a Smile Day, the American Heart Association Heart Walk and Minnesota Mission of Mercy.

Since 1972, Park Dental has been owned and led by doctors who are passionate about providing the best patient‑centered care. New assistants receive comprehensive training and one‑on‑one mentoring, setting them up for success.

Park Dental is an equal opportunity employer.