Dental Assistant Apprentice

Dental Assistant Apprentice Southside Community Health Services - Minneapolis, MN From $19 an hour This is an exciting and great opportunity that offers full-time employment and fully paid program. LEARN clinical skills. CONNECT with your community. BECOME a dental assistant. Looking for a way to help your community while advancing your career or learning a new field? Enroll in the 12-month Dental Assistant Apprenticeship Program offered by the Minnesota Association of Community Health Centers! COHORT BEGINS IN JANUARY! Lead with Purpose: Become Our Dental Assistant Apprentice at SCHS! Why Work with Us? Be part of a supportive, mission-driven organization. Make a meaningful impact on patients and the community. Collaborate with a diverse and dedicated team. About the Role The  Dental Assistant Apprentice delivers high-quality customer/patient service, quality dental care and administrative support. Responsible for providing chair-side support to the dentists, hygienists and therapists providing primary care dental services to patients. Key Responsibilities: Maintain compliance with MNACHH program standards, including attendance at required Saturday labs. Deliver high-quality dental care within licensure scope, following best practice guidelines. Adhere to SCHS workflows, clinical protocols, and operational policies. Collaborate across disciplines to support integrated healthcare and improve access to dental services. Participate actively in staff meetings, committees, and community education efforts. Complete administrative tasks promptly, including training modules, policy attestations, incident reports, and email correspondence. Manage timekeeping accurately—review timecards, submit PTO requests, and arrive before patient start times. Stay current with credentialing, licensure, and certification requirements. Document patient care in a timely manner, including chart sign-offs and Epic in-basket responses within 48 hours. Follow SCHS coding templates and strive for EHR accuracy. Support equipment maintenance and supply management. Perform routine clinical duties (daily, weekly, monthly) as assigned. Fulfill full patient contact hours based on FTE. Uphold high standards of professionalism and due diligence. Take on additional responsibilities as needed What We’re Looking For: Skills and Qualities: Works well both independently and as part of a team. Confidence, professional judgment, and grace under pressure. Exceptional communication skills. Flexibility--nimble in response to an evolving workload. Ability to exhibit good rapport with clients of varying ethnic backgrounds and socio-economic status. Excellent time management and organizational skills. Attention to detail. Commitment to the SCHS mission and staff values. Experience and Requirements: Enrolled in MNACHC Dental Assistant Apprenticeship Program CPR Certification Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred High school diploma or GED Position Details and Benefits This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), hourly, non-exempt position with a starting wage of $19.00/hour with scheduled increases to $20.50 after six months and $23.00 upon successful completion of the apprenticeship program. The regular work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Please note that scheduling may vary during the summer months. Information about the Dental Assistant Apprenticeship Program The Minnesota Association of Community Health Centers (MNACHC) offers a free, 12-month Dental Assistant Apprenticeship Program for individuals pursuing a career in dental assistance. Please note that the program is currently unaccredited; therefore, graduates will be classified as unlicensed dental assistants in the state of Minnesota upon completion. Program starts on January 5, 2026 Benefits Include: Medical Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) plans. Dental, Vision and Accident Coverage. Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Long-Term Disability (LTD). Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability (STD), Life Insurance, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (ADD). Employer paid Kavira Membership-Based Healthcare membership. Wellness benefits include an Employee Assistance Program, Woliba Wellness and Calm. Generous PTO program. Join our team and enjoy a supportive work environment, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally! Work Environment This position operates in a professional dental clinic environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment. Physical demands include: Constant communication between patients, providers, and other staff. Frequently move within the clinic to room patients, perform tasks, and change positions to retrieve items. Manipulate dental instruments, computer and office equipment and perform 4 handed dentistry Frequently lift and carry items weighing up to 20 pounds short distances of 10 yards or less and occasionally assist patients of varying body sizes onto or off of exam chair. Occasionally maintain a stationary position while performing procedures, ascend and descend stairs to retrieve items from storage. Works with chemicals typically utilized in dental procedures including occasional exposure to chemicals such as nitrous oxide and radiation from performing x-rays. Must be able to recognize and respond to potential signs of oral health issues or alcohol impairment through appropriate sensory or observational means. Join Our Mission-Driven Team SCHS offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive, and rewarding environment where you can truly make a difference. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should apply via email to BOTH  lizette.deluna@southsidechs.org and HumanResources@Southsidechs.org. Southside Community Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation can be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $19.00 per hour Benefits: 403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Paid training Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Wellness program Work Location: In person