Dental Assistant / Clinical Support (Training Provided) at HEALTHFINDERS COLLABORATIVE INC – Faribault, Minnesota

Are you driven to make a difference and believe everyone deserves access to high-quality oral health care?

At HealthFinders Collaborative, our dental team is more than a clinic—we are a diverse, mission-driven learning environment where experienced professionals and those new to the field grow together. We remove barriers to care, meet patients where they are, and create a supportive, team-based setting focused on compassion, equity, and continuous learning. Whether you are an experienced dental assistant or just starting your journey in healthcare, you’ll be part of a collaborative team delivering high-quality care in clinics, schools, and community settings—helping patients become their healthiest selves.

• Assist dentists, dental therapists, hygienists, and clinical staff during procedures (restorative, preventive, surgical)
• Prepare and maintain instruments, equipment, and materials
• Set up and clean treatment rooms before and after each patient
• Ensure patient comfort, safety, and readiness for care
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment per protocols
• Support referrals, follow-up care, and coordination

For Licensed Dental Assistants (if applicable):

• Take and process dental radiographs (X-rays)
• Perform expanded functions as allowed by licensure

• Greet and prepare patients for treatment
• Obtain and update medical histories and vital signs
• Provide oral health education and post-treatment instructions
• Support interpretation (in-person or virtual) as needed
• Foster a welcoming, respectful, and culturally responsive environment

• Assist with scheduling, check-in, and patient flow
• Document care and enter data into electronic systems
• Support billing, insurance, and referrals
• Maintain inventory and order supplies
• Perform general office tasks (phones, scheduling, coordination)

• Collaborate with dental, medical, and behavioral health teams
• Participate in team meetings and care coordination
• Support outreach and community oral health education efforts
• Provide care in community settings (e.g., schools, public health events) including sealants, fluoride varnish, and preventive services (as appropriate to role)

• Collect and report program data and evaluation metrics
• Attend staff meetings and maintain scheduled work hours
• Represent HFC’s mission and values in the community
• Support other programs and initiatives as needed
• Demonstrate commitment to teamwork, equity, and service to diverse populations

HealthFinders Collaborative is committed to growing the next generation of dental professionals. Candidates without prior dental experience are encouraged to apply.

For unlicensed hires, HFC provides:

• On-the-job training in clinical support, infection control, and patient care workflows
• Mentorship from experienced dental assistants, hygienists, and providers
• Support in developing skills needed for expanded clinical responsibilities over time

As experience is gained, employees may have the opportunity to:

• Receive support toward Dental Assistant registration/licensure (as applicable in Minnesota)
• Learn to take dental radiographs and perform additional duties (based on training and eligibility
• Grow into more advanced clinical or community-based roles within HFC

This role is designed as both an immediate support position and a career pathway into dental and healthcare professions.

Required

• Interest in healthcare, dental care, or community health
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based environment
• Commitment to serving diverse and underserved populations

• Dental Assistant licensure (or eligibility)
• Experience in dental, medical, or community health settings
• Bilingual or multilingual (Spanish, Somali, or other languages highly valued)