Dental Assistant

Brown County Oral Health Partnership; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life/Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Vision insurance

Job summary

A nonprofit children's dental program in Green Bay is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to provide preventative and restorative dental services. The role includes patient care, assisting dentists, and maintaining clinical standards. Candidates should hold a Certification as a Dental Assistant and have experience with children. A dynamic work environment requires strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one-year experience preferred.
• Experience working with children or teens preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Hmong, or Somali beneficial.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Multitasking skills

Education

Certification as a Dental Assistant (CDA)

Tools

Dentrix charting software

Dexis radiography software

Job description

Benefits

• Life/Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance

Overview

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 a dedicated, skilled, and compassionate Dental Assistant 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.”

Responsibilities

• 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 Manager
• Classification: Full Time or Part Time

Qualifications

• 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.