Dental Assistant

Familia Dental & Vivid Smiles; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking Dental Assistants to join its Midtown office. The role involves welcoming patients, assisting in procedures, and providing dental education. No certification is required as on-the-job training is offered. Ideal candidates will possess strong customer service skills and be detail-oriented.

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays & Time Off

Access to Financial Advisors

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Must have strong customer service skills and effective communication.
• Detail-oriented with organizational ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Licensed or certified as per state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and escort patients professionally.
• Sterilize instruments and prepare for procedures.
• Assist Dentist with dental procedures and patient education.

Skills

Exceptional customer/patient service skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Meet state requirements for DA duties, BLS, CPR certificate

Dental assisting experience preferred

Tools

Dental management software (Denticon preferred)

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Description

Our Midtown office is looking for Dental Assistants to join their team! We provide on the job training, so certification is not required to be hired as a DA.

About The Company

Familia Dental was established in 2008 and has grown rapidly because of our quality dentistry and our caring, compassionate approach to all people. Our practice exemplifies the core values of quality, honesty, and care in everything that we do. Our company strives in community outreach and internal growth. Join our family to be a part of giving back to your community and making a difference every day. Familia Dental is a big believer in internal growth, making it a great company to turn a job into a career.

Description

Our Midtown office is looking for Dental Assistants to join their team! We provide on the job training, so certification is not required to be hired as a DA.

About The Company

Familia Dental was established in 2008 and has grown rapidly because of our quality dentistry and our caring, compassionate approach to all people. Our practice exemplifies the core values of quality, honesty, and care in everything that we do. Our company strives in community outreach and internal growth. Join our family to be a part of giving back to your community and making a difference every day. Familia Dental is a big believer in internal growth, making it a great company to turn a job into a career.

Job Purpose

To assist the dentist effectively and efficiently in providing dental care to patients and to promote Familia Dental’s culture and mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and escort patient in a professional and friendly manner from reception area to and from the treatment areas.
• Ensure treatment rooms are equipped and stocked with inventory and re-order when necessary.
• Take and record patient’s medical and dental histories and vital signs, blood pressure & pulse.
• Document/chart all dental procedures performed during each patient visit per Dentist’s instructions and legal requirements.
• Take and develop dental diagnostic x-rays.
• Pour and base diagnostic models and fabricate temporary restorations – as allowed by state law.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials and assist Dentist during dental procedures.
• Effectively provide dental education and information to patients to ensure patient awareness of dental health, and oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling).
• Notify Office Manager of equipment trouble or general safety concerns
• Attend and participate in morning huddles, chart reviews and regular office meetings..
• Recognize and be sensitives to patients’ emotions
• Understand and follow company policy and procedures
• Understand and follow state and federal laws related to a dental office
• Other tasks as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications/Skill Sets

• Exceptional customer/patient service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
• Basic computer knowledge and experience with dental management software experience. Denticon experience is preferred.
• Ability to work in fast paced, patient-focused environment.
• Detail oriented.
• Able to carry out written and verbal instructions
• Organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Meet state requirements for DA duties, continuing education, or license; Basic Life Support (BLS), cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate, and radiography certificate
• Dental assisting experience is preferred, but not required.
• Experience working within healthcare or related field strongly preferred
  
  

Benefits Offered

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays & Time Off
• Access to Financial Advisors
• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• On demand Pay > Receive a portion of your check before payday!
• Part-Time Employees: Flex Time, 401K, financial advisors, and on demand pay

Availability / Schedule

Working hours between: M-F, 8:00 AM - 5:00PM and Sat, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

• Full time employment:
• 4+ days a week, 30-40 hours per week
• available to work Saturdays, when needed
• Full Shifts (8-10 hours)
• Part time employment:
• 2+ days a week, 29 hours or less per week
• available to work Saturdays, when needed
• multiple half day shifts or fewer full day shifts

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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