Unlicensed Dental Assistant
How this pay compares
This posting states $20–$23.50 an hour. Open dental assistant jobs in Minnesota post a median of $32.58 an hour, the middle half $31.38–$32.58, across 39 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Dental assistants employed in Minnesota earn a median of $31.38 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.73x · Clicks 11
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 48.1% · Stating an hourly rate 37.2%
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About the job
We are seeking a Unlicensed Clinical Dental Assistant to join our team in Mounds View, MN.
Whether you bring prior experience in dental assisting or are looking to launch your career in dental assisting, we encourage you to apply and grow with us in this rewarding environment.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Compensation.
- Stable full-time schedule
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
- Opportunities for growth and professional development
Job Duties
- Greet, seat, and prepare patients for clinical procedures.
- Complete intraoral radiographs.
- Provide chairside assistance to dentists as needed during treatments.
- Set up and clean up operatories, ensuring proper disinfection and waste management.
- Clean, package, and sterilize instruments according to infection control protocols.
- Assist with documentation and maintain accurate patient records.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Dental office experience preferred, but not required.
- Effective oral and written communication skills in English are required.
- Spanish speaking preferred at some locations.
From Apple Tree Dental's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Apple Tree Dental
Apple Tree Dental hires dental staff and front-office staff in Hawley, Fairmont and other towns in Minnesota.
Hires in MinnesotaPay on its listings: 84.6% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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