Job description
Change the world, one smile at a time. We are seeking multiple Dental Assistants to join our team. As a Dental Assistant with NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center, you'll work chair-side with one of our skilled general dentists as we deliver the best care possible for our patients. NorthPoint's dental clinic is one of the largest and highly regarded dental clinics in the area, providing quality care to both adults and children.
We offer excellent benefits that support employee health and wellness and saving for the future. Benefits include health plan options to best suit your needs, a pension plan with employer contribution, 12 paid holidays including eight hours of floating holiday leave with pay which may be used throughout the year, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement and more. To learn more about our full offering of benefits, please visit The Bridge (log in as Guest).
Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program.
Location and hours:
These positions are located at the NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center at 2220 Plymouth Avenue North, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55411 with rotating hours working at 800 West Broadway Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55411. Clinic hours are Monday and Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. and rotating Saturdays 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Work hours will vary.
About these position types:
These are full-time, benefit earning positions.
These positions are internally classified as a Dental Assistant.
Click here to view the job classification specification.
These positions are subject to the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Interim Final Rule on COVID-19 Health Care Staff Vaccination. As such, it requires the job offer to be conditional based on the candidate being fully vaccinated for COVID-19. “Fully vaccinated” means 14 days after receiving the second dose in a two-dose vaccination series approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on a full or emergency-use basis, or 14 days after receiving a single-dose vaccine approved by the FDA on a full or emergency-use basis. After a conditional job offer is made, the candidate must show proof of full vaccination prior to their start date. A COVID-19 vaccination card from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a vaccination record from your doctor’s office or a personal digital vaccination record constitutes sufficient “proof.” The candidate must also attest they are vaccinated by completing a form on the first day of employment. Reasonable accommodations to this vaccination requirement will be considered upon request by a candidate for medical or religious reasons as required by applicable law.
In these positions, you will:
- Provide and perform operatory and chairside assistance for all procedures allowed by Minnesota Statute for Licensed Dental Assistants.
- Demonstrate good customer service and communication skills to provide excellent patient care.
- Demonstrate competency in electronic dental records and other computer systems.
- Maintain dental department areas in compliance with dental department directives and protocols as well as clinic policies and procedures relative to infection control, exposure control, and safety issues.
- Perform appointment scheduling, charting, and equipment maintenance.
- Completion of an accredited program as a Dental Assistant.
- Possession of a valid license or eligible for licensure as a Dental Assistant by the Minnesota Board of Dentistry; must pass the Dental Assistant exam within six months after employment.
- Experience:
- As a licensed dental assistant.
- In a clinic environment with practices that ensure the safety of all patients including pediatric, teen, adult and geriatric patients.
- Using Dentrix to enter and retrieve EDR patient data quickly and efficiently.
- Working with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) security and privacy compliance.
- Knowledge of age-related growth and development principles necessary to provide appropriate service.
- Ability to:
- Speak Spanish or Hmong fluently.
- Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
- Prepare, clean, and proper handling of dental equipment and instruments.
- Follow proper Infection Control and Health & Safety procedures.
- Adhere to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- Follow Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) security and privacy compliance.
- Demonstrate respect and appreciation for the diversity of co-workers and clients regardless of race, age, gender, disability, values, lifestyle perspectives, or interests.
- Effectively communicate with department staff, health care center staff, patients, interpreters, and the community while maintaining discretion and confidentiality.
- Understand oral and written instructions.
About the department:
NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center sets a standard of excellence in providing culturally responsive, integrated, holistic primary health and social services that strengthens our community and the lives of the people we serve. We are leaders and partners in a shared vision of a healthy, environmentally safe, and economically stable, self-reliant community.
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goals - that Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile.
Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (log in as Guest).
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
Your future. Made here.
This posting may be used to fill current and future limited duration or permanent vacancies.
Applications will be forwarded to the hiring supervisor on an on-going basis until the positions are filled. Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates will be required to complete a drug test and background check.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Marita Nguyen
marita.nguyen@hennepin.us
Why work here?
Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed – not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't – including:
- Meaningful work
- Public service
- Competitive pay
- Work-life balance
- Generous benefits
- Opportunities to grow
- Commitment to your success
By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.
Employee Benefits Summary
Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility.
If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) .
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