**Working Title: Unlicensed Dental Assistant** **Job Class: Office and Administrative Specialist, Intermediate** **Agency: Direct Care and Treatment** + **Job ID** : 91830 + **Location** : Detroit Lakes + **Telework Eligible** : No + **Full/Part Time** : Part-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 01/30/2026 + **Closing Date** : 02/12/2026 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Direct Care and Treatment + **Division/Unit** : DCT Support Services / Dental Fergus Falls Staff + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $20.76 - $27.53 / hourly + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : **206 - Clerical/AFSCME** + **Work Area** : Dental Clinic - Fergus Falls + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify. **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. ***This position is part-time, day shift*** **¿*This position will work on-site at Fergus Falls Clinic, Fergus Falls, MN*** **¿** **¿This Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our Fergus Falls Clinic – Fergus Falls, MN Dental Team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as an Unlicensed Denal Assist! This position will provide administrative and clinical support for operations at the Fergus Falls Dental Clinic.** **¿** **¿Primary responsibilities:** + **¿Administrative processes to maintain patient records and recall system records to ensure information is complete and accurate so practitioners have efficient access to patient information as required by standards of regulatory, licensing, and accrediting agencies.** + **¿Provide clerical, administrative and clinical support duties for dental patients so that patients receive optimal care.** + **¿Coordinate and manage dental schedules for the patient’s appointments, so that patients may be served efficiently.** + **¿Review patient account billing information prior to submittance to finance department to ensure reimbursement is efficient.** **Minimum Qualifications** + **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 to establish and maintain complex database systems and records as assigned.** + **¿Typing/Keyboarding skills to complete a variety of reports, letters, and data summaries.** **Preferred Qualifications** + **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.** + **¿Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.¿** **Additional Requirements** 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 – Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment. EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned. (If applicable add education information) Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.