Unlicensed Dental Assistant - Office & Admin Specialist Intermediate

Unlicensed Dental Assistant

Job  |

Location:

Detroit Lakes | Full/Part Time:
Part-Time | Telework Eligible:
No | Salary Range: $20.76 - $27.53 hourly | Hiring Agency:
Direct Care and Treatment | Closing Date: 02/12/2026

• Maintain patient records and recall system records to ensure information is complete and accurate.
• Provide clerical, administrative and clinical support duties for dental patients so that patients receive optimal care.
• Coordinate and manage dental schedules for patient appointments to serve patients efficiently.
• Review patient account billing information prior to submittance to finance department to ensure reimbursement is efficient.

• Customer Service skills to interact with others, provide information for internal and external contacts, including phone calls and walk‑in contacts in a courteous and helpful manner.
• Database, Documents & Records Management skills to establish and maintain complex database systems and records as assigned.
• Typing/Keyboarding skills to complete a variety of reports, letters, and data summaries.

• Dental experience background, dental terminology, medical terminology and electronic medical records.
• Ability to interact with superiors, employees, and the public to gain their support and establish positive working relationships.
• Following data privacy/confidentiality guidelines such as state statutes and regulations regarding data privacy, security, and HIPAA.
• Experience working effectively with individuals from different backgrounds and cultures.

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Reference/background checks will be conducted prior to appointment. Education verification is required at the time of interview.

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Annual increases
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

For questions about this position, contact Heidi Schurmann urmann.us or 651‑539‑7190. For application instructions, visit http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..