Dental Assistant

Elite Dental Partners; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance/Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Employee Referral Bonuses

Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

401(k)

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Elite Dental Partners is seeking a Dental Assistant who shares a passion for patient care and education, and creating a welcoming environment. You will provide chair-side support, take X-rays, enter treatment plans, and educate patients on oral health.

This role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and patient experience in a fast-paced practice. The position requires a completed dental assisting program with radiology certification; Dentrix experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Completion of a dental assisting program; state board certification as required.
• Radiology certification required to comply with State Dental Board.
• Dental assisting experience preferred.
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and dental software; Dentrix experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork to create a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists by charting, patient education, operatory setup and cleanup.
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment.
• Take and process X-Rays.
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files.
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories.
• Educate patients on oral health maintenance.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Time management

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Education

Dental assisting program

Radiology certification

Tools

Dentrix

Microsoft Office

Job description

A team that is aligned and patient-focused creates a great environment for patients, and for you as a member of the team. This is what we strive to be and who we want to join us in providing the best care possible for patients to help our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence.

We are seeking a Dental Assistant that shares our passion for patient care and education, as well as creating a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists by charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment
• Take and process X-Rays
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories
• Educate patients on the importance of their oral health and how it is best maintained

Qualifications

• Completion of a dental assisting program, certification as required by the State Dental Board
• Radiology certification required to be compliant with the State Dental Board
• Dental assisting experience preferred
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with a dental software, experience with Dentrix preferred
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to partnering with all team members to create a great environment

Benefits

As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy a rewarding career with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits for full-time Dental Assistants include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program Bonuses
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• 401k
• Career Growth Opportunities

An equal opportunity employer and an advocate for diversity and inclusion

Hourly rate: $20 - $25 USD