Dental Assistant

Oral Health Partnership; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

Oral Health Partnership in Green Bay, WI seeks qualified Dental Assistants to join a nonprofit pediatric dental program serving uninsured and underinsured children. The role offers a $1,000 signing bonus and starting pay at $20/hour, with additional pay based on experience and certification.

Expect chair-side support, patient education, charting in Dentrix, and compliance with OSHA/HIPAA. Responsibilities include room setup, assisting dentists, radiography, inventory management, and ongoing

Qualifications

• Certification as a Dental Assistant (CDA) required or in progress.
• Minimum of one-year chair-side assisting experience preferred.
• Experience using Dentrix charting software.
• Experience using Dexis radiography software.
• Experience working with children or teens preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills; excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Review health history of patients.
• Set up operating rooms to OHP standards.
• Prepare and assist Dentist/Hygienist during visits.
• Educate patients/parents regarding procedures and next steps.
• Chart patient information, dates, and charges in Dentrix.
• Ensure equipment is working and coordinate repairs.
• Perform clinical tasks (e.g., X-rays) as directed.
• Assist with patient concerns as needed.
• Maintain inventory and expiration-date control.
• Complete daily/weekly/monthly tasks and ongoing trainings (OSHA, HIPAA, CPR).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Chair-side assisting

Education

CDA Certification

Tools

Dentrix

Dexis

Job description

Description

• $1,000 SIGNING BONUS**

Join a team making a difference! Oral Health Partnership (OHP) is a nonprofit children’s dental program that provides preventative, diagnostic, and restorative dental services to uninsured and underinsured children ages 0-19. We provide care at our dental clinics, in schools, and at hospitals in Green Bay and surrounding areas. We are in search of dedicated, skilled, and compassionate Dental Assistants to join our devoted team of professionals in achieving our mission of “changing the lives of our communities' children through access to excellent oral health services and education.”

• Signing Bonus** Qualification: A qualified Dental Assistant candidate will have recent chair-side assisting experience.

Pay Range: Starting pay is $20/hour with no to little experience. Additional pay is commensurate with recent experience, multiple years of experience, and/or certification. Candidates with all levels of experience are encouraged to apply.Requirements

• Review the health history of patients
• Ensure op rooms are set up and meet OHP standards for each patient visit
• Prepare and assist Dentist/Hygienist during patient visit
• Educate patient/parents regarding procedure(s) and/or next processes
• Accurately chart patient information, record dates, and charges within the Dentrix system
• Ensure equipment is working properly and coordinate with Operational Coordinator for any repairs needed
• Perform clinical procedures (e.g. X-rays and other tasks as directed by Dentist/Hygienist)
• Assist with patient concerns as needed
• Ensure inventory is stocked and rotated by expiration date
• Successfully achieve daily/weekly/monthly tasks as assigned
• Perform ongoing training as needed, including OSHA, HIPAA, and CPR
• Other duties as assigned

Reports to: Clinical Director Classification: Full Time or Part Time Preferred Education: Certification as a Dental Assistant (CDA) Beneficial Experience

• Minimum of one-year experience preferred
• Use of Dentrix charting software
• Use of Dexis radiography software
• Experience working with children or teens preferred
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Language Requirements: English. Bilingual in Spanish, Hmong, or Somali beneficial.

Physical Requirements: OHP service sites are dynamic and fast-paced working environments that often require lifting and moving equipment. Continuous movement throughout the clinic to include sitting, standing, and walking. Equal Opportunity Employer