Dental Assistant

Edina Orthodontics - Centennial Lakes Location • Full-time • Edina, Minnesota, United States • $30 / hour • 1w ago

About us

At Edina Orthodontics – Centennial Lakes, we’re more than just straightening teeth—we’re creating smiles, building confidence, and having a blast while we do it! Our practice is powered by a team of three talented, compassionate orthodontists; five energetic, skilled licensed dental assistants; and three rockstar front office pros who keep things running smoothly.

We pride ourselves on a fun, team-oriented atmosphere where laughter is part of the job description and high-quality patient care is the standard. Our hours are family-friendly—Monday through Thursday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM during the school year, with shortened summer hours so we can soak up that glorious Minnesota sunshine.

Job Overview

Are you a detail-loving, patient-caring, team-playing superstar who’s ready to dive into a fulfilling ortho career? Whether you’re a seasoned assistant or a recent grad with fresh passion, we want to meet you!

As a Licensed Orthodontic Assistant, you’ll be an essential part of our clinical team, helping to deliver top-tier care and unforgettable patient experiences.

Daily Tasks

Assist the orthodontist during patient treatments, ensuring a smooth workflow.
Prepare and maintain the treatment area, including sterilization of instruments and equipment.
Take X-rays and assist with diagnostic imaging as needed.
Using Ortho2 software to maintain accurate patient records.
Educate patients and families on oral hygiene practices, post-treatment care instructions and updates on their treatment.
Operate 3D intraoral scanner.
Pitching in wherever needed—we’re a team!

Qualifications

Applicants must be licensed or have already graduated from a CODA accredited dental assisting program and have or plan on acquiring a current dental assisting license to work in Minnesota within the next few months.
Previous orthodontic experience? Great! No experience? No worries—we’ll train you!
Knowledge of X-ray procedures and safety protocols.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while providing excellent patient care.
Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients and team members.
A positive attitude and a love for making people smile.

Still interested? Not only do we offer you a fun working environment with a talented team, but we offer:

$1,500 Signing Bonus
Competitive pay (like, truly competitive—not just a buzzword)
Growth opportunities within our expanding practice
Medical insurance options
Paid holidays (even for part-timers!)
PTO, sick time, and work-life balance
Free orthodontic treatment for you and your family
No evenings, Fridays, or weekends
Quality uniforms provided
Free underground parking (yes, in Minnesota, this matters!)
Happy hours, continuing ed, and team fun built right in

Ready to Apply?

If you're excited to grow with a supportive, skilled, and slightly goofy ortho team that knows how to get the job done (and have fun doing it), we can’t wait to meet you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 38 per week

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