Dental Assistant Jobs in Minnesota

A Dental Assistant plays a crucial role in the dental industry by assisting dentists during patient procedures, providing patient care and comfort, preparing dental instruments, sterilizing instruments, and performing office management tasks. They also perform laboratory duties such as making dental casts and taking digital x-rays. Their role is vital to the smooth operation of dental clinics and hospitals, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care and support. Dental Assistants should have excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, adept manual dexterity, and high levels of patience and empathy.

Dental Assistants must have proper certifications, often requiring the completion of an accredited dental assistant program resulting in a certificate or diploma. Some states may require dental assistants to be licensed or registered, involving passing a written or practical exam. Before becoming a Dental Assistant, a person may start their career as a Dental Office Receptionist handling scheduling and billing. Others may begin as a Dental Hygienist, focusing on preventative dental care, or as a Medical Assistant, gaining foundational healthcare skills that can be applied in a dental setting.

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: Fall Semester 2025 (August 20, 2025)The Dental Assistant Department at Minneapolis College is committed to excellence in teaching and learning as we educate the next generation of dental assistants...

Dental Assistant

  • Eagan, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Eagan, MN
  • 1 day ago

We are happy to share an exciting opportunity for a Dental Assistant!...

Sterilizer

  • Maplewood, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Maplewood, MN
  • 3 days ago

assistants when needed General maintenance on clinical equipment when needed Sterilizer Position Hours: Monday - Thursday 10:00am - 6:00pm Friday 10:00am - 3:00pm Qualifications 1-2 years patient care...

Licensed Dental Assistant

  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 4 days ago

$25.00-$35.00 / Hourly Licensed Dental Assistants perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties....

Dental Assistant

  • Maple Grove, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN
  • 7 days ago

Provide superior chairside assistance (i.e., four-handed dentistry) to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act Utilize Dentrix for patient...

Dental Assistant

  • White Earth, MN
  • 8 days ago
  • White Earth, MN
  • 8 days ago

Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive Promotion potential 6 Job family (Series) 0681 Dental Assistant Supervisory status No Security...

Licensed Dental Assistant - Rosemount

  • Rosemount, MN
  • 8 days ago
  • Rosemount, MN
  • 8 days ago

The most rewarding part about being a dental assistant is helping the patients."...

Dental Assistant

  • Worthington, MN
  • 8 days ago
  • Worthington, MN
  • 8 days ago

Full Time Dental Assistant (Licensed or Unlicensed) Worthington Family Dental is looking for an energetic and motivated Dental Assistant to join our team....

Dental Assistant - School of Dentistry

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 9 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 9 days ago

This posting will be used to hire up to 10 Dental Assistants....

Unlicensed Dental Assistant - Eden Prairie

  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 12 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 12 days ago

The most rewarding part about being a dental assistant is helping the patients."...

MN Licensed Dental Assistant

  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 12 days ago
  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 12 days ago

Come join our team as a Licensed Dental Assistant! This position is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to do what YOU love and get paid to do it!...

Licensed Dental Assistant

  • Rochester, MN
  • 13 days ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 13 days ago

Join our team in Rochester as a full-time Licensed Dental Assistant (LDA)!...

Licensed Dental Assistant - Bloomington

  • Bloomington, MN
  • 14 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN
  • 14 days ago

The most rewarding part about being a dental assistant is helping the patients."...

Dental Assistant

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 15 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 15 days ago

Overview Shamblott Family Dentistry is looking for a Dental Assistant in St....

Dental Assistant (DA)

  • Thief River Falls, MN
  • 19 days ago
  • Thief River Falls, MN
  • 19 days ago

Join Our Team as a Licensed Dental Assistant! Thief River Falls Family Dentistry, led by Dr. Eickman and Dr....

Demographic Data for Minnesota

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Minnesota

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireDental research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Dental Assistants in Minnesota offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.3%
High School or GED
24.1%
Bachelor's Degree
19.0%
Associate's Degree
16.4%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Some College
3.0%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Some High School
1.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dental Assistants in Minnesota
Less than 1 year
48.4%
1-2 years
27.4%
None
13.1%
10+ years
11.2%



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