Job Opportunities
Dental Assistant — Full-Time (Monday - Thursday)
Crosby Family Dentistry is a patient-centered, family-owned practice located in Crosby, MN, dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality dental care to the Brainerd Lakes area and beyond. We’re looking for a reliable, enthusiastic Dental Assistant to join our close-knit team of 6 — whether you’re a recent grad ready to launch your career or an experienced assistant looking for a great fit, we’d love to meet you.
Position Details
- Position: Non-exempt, Full-time
- Pay: $21.00 – $27.00 per hour, based on experience
- Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Reports to: Dr. Kiefer Miller
New graduates welcome — we invest in your training and growth
Responsibilities
Patient Care & Preparation
- Greet and escort patients to the treatment area, ensuring they feel welcome and comfortable
- Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and ensuring all materials are ready prior to patient arrival
- Chair-side assisting during a wide range of procedures including fillings, extractions, crown preparations, root canals (endo), dentures, implants, clear aligners, and teeth whitening
- Provide post-operative care instructions to patients clearly and professionally
- Take, process, and assist with interpretation of digital X-rays
- Maintain detailed and accurate patient records and treatment notes
Clinical & Sterilization Duties
- Follow strict sterilization and disinfection protocols in compliance with OSHA standards
- Assist with fabricating temporary restorations, impressions, and lab case coordination
- Maintain dental equipment and troubleshoot malfunctions as needed
- Keep treatment rooms organized and fully stocked between patients
Administrative & Team Support
- Support front office operations including scheduling, patient check-in, and administrative tasks during downtime
- Participate in team meetings to discuss patient care, workflow, and office efficiency
- Anticipate the needs of the doctor and patients to ensure smooth, efficient care
- Represent the practice in a professional, positive, and cooperative manner at all times
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; diploma or certificate from an accredited dental assisting program preferred
- Current Minnesota Dental Assistant License preferred; if not yet licensed, must obtain registration/certification within 6 months of hire
- Current CPR and dental X-ray certification required
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards
- Comfort working with a variety of dental procedures and adapting to changing duties
- Team-first attitude with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly wage with merit-based increases
- 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with Safe Harbor employer matching (100% match up to 1%, then 50% match on the next 5%) — eligible from day one
- Dental treatment benefit for employee and eligible family members after 90 days
- Short-term disability insurance through AFLAC (50% premium covered) after 90 days
- $150 annual uniform benefit after 90 days
- Paid holidays including New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, and Day After Super Bowl
- Flexible Time Off (FTO) accrual — vacation, sick, and personal time in one bank
- Minnesota Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) coverage
- CPR certification reimbursement
- Annual Star of the North dental conference — hotel and registration fully covered
- Team CE bonding trip every 3 years (cruise March 2026, next trip 2029)
Physical Requirements
- Standing approximately 80% of the shift, sitting 20%
- Frequent bending, twisting, and position changes during patient care
- Ability to lift and transfer equipment and supplies (minimum 35 lbs)
- Exceptional hand-eye coordination for use of dental instruments and tools
- Strong near vision required for mixing materials and working in small spaces
- Moderate noise levels from dental and lab equipment
How to Apply
Ready to join our team? Send your resume and a short cover letter to kmillerdds@crosbyfamilydentistry.com. We’d love to hear about you and why you’d be a great fit for our practice.
Registered Dental Hygienist — Part-Time (Thursdays)
Crosby Family Dentistry is adding a hygienist to our team due to the growing volume of new patients. This is a great opportunity to get in early, build your own patient base, and develop lasting relationships from the ground up — all in a one-day-per-week Thursday schedule with a supportive, established team.
Position Details
- Position: Non-exempt, Part-time
- Pay: $35.50 – $47.00 per hour, based on experience
- Schedule: Thursdays only, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Reports to: Dr. Kiefer Miller
- Ideal for a hygienist seeking a reliable one-day-per-week position
Responsibilities
Preparation & Hygiene
- Welcome and seat patients warmly; review and update health history at each visit
- Ensure treatment rooms are properly set up and ready prior to patient arrival
- Perform head and neck/oral cancer screenings
- Capture, process, and mount digital X-rays for doctor review; capable of interpreting findings
- Chart existing hard tissue restorations and note areas of concern
- Perform comprehensive periodontal evaluations (probing depths, bleeding points, recession) and communicate findings to patient and doctor
- Perform oral prophylaxis, scaling & root planing, and root debridement therapy as appropriate
- Administer fluoride treatments
- Utilize intra-oral camera and patient education technology as appropriate
- Discuss any previously diagnosed, unfinished treatment with patients
- Educate and motivate patients on proper oral hygiene, preventive care, and corrective measures
- Ensure patient chart is complete before leaving the treatment room; schedule re-care appointments prior to patient dismissal
Sterilization & Equipment
- Set up, disinfect, and break down treatment rooms and instrument trays per office policy and OSHA standards
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and intra-oral devices in accordance with office policy
- Wear required PPE (masks, gloves, safety glasses) at all times during procedures and cleanup
- Clean and maintain hygiene handpieces; ensure instruments are sharpened and stocked as needed
Team & Practice Support
- Assist other team members when time permits, including front desk support (greeting patients, answering phones, scheduling)
- Participate in team meetings and contribute information on patient care and office efficiency
- Use downtime constructively and maintain a positive, professional presence with patients and teammates
- Perform light housekeeping as needed (break room, patient areas)
- Ability to calm and reassure patients before and during uncomfortable procedures
Qualifications
- An active Minnesota Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license is required
- Current CPR certification required (reimbursed by practice every 2 years)
- Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program required; 1+ year of general dentistry experience preferred
- Strong periodontal assessment, charting, and patient communication skills
- Ability to write clear, detailed, and accurate patient chart notes
- Professional, reliable, team-oriented, and punctual
- Comfortable working independently and following established safety and office procedures
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly wage with merit-based increases
- 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with Safe Harbor employer matching (100% match up to 1%, then 50% match on the next 5%) — eligible from day one
- Dental treatment benefits for employees and eligible family members after 90 days
- Annual uniform benefit after 90 days
- Paid holidays (prorated based on scheduled days)
- FTO accrual per Minnesota Earned Sick & Safe Time law
- Minnesota Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) coverage
- CPR certification reimbursement
- Annual Star of the North dental conference — hotel and registration fully covered
- Team CE bonding trip every 3 years (cruise March 2026, next trip 2029)
- Family-owned practice with a supportive, tight-knit team — we’re busy, collaborative, and focused on doing right by our patients and each other
Physical Requirements
- Standing approximately 80% of the shift, sitting 20%
- Frequent bending, twisting, and position changes during patient care
- Ability to lift and transfer equipment and supplies as needed
- Exceptional hand-eye coordination for the use of dental instruments and tools
- Strong near vision required for working in small spaces
- Moderate noise levels from dental and lab equipment
How to Apply
Ready to join our team? Send your resume and a short cover letter to kmillerdds@crosbyfamilydentistry.com. We’d love to hear about you and why you’d be a great fit for our practice.