Dental Assistant

Cherry Tree Dental; Racine (WI); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Professional development reimbursement

Employee referral program

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Cherry Tree Dental, Southwest Dental Group, a Cherry Tree Dental Office in Racine, WI, is seeking a proactive Dental Assistant to support a busy practice and high-functioning team. You will prepare and sterilize equipment, assist clinicians, manage patient records, and help maintain infection control standards.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of dental assisting experience; completion of an accredited program is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year dental assisting experience.
• Completion of an accredited Dental Assisting Program preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in dental terminology and dental software for charting is expected or will be learned within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, sterilizes, disinfects, and maintains dental equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Collects and records patient health histories and x-rays.
• Ensures patient comfort during procedures.
• Completes charting of treatment information in patients' dental notes as directed by the doctor.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Customer service

Adaptability to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited Dental Assisting Program

Tools

Dental software

Dental terminology

Job description

Dental Assistant (Full-time)

Southwest Dental Group, a Cherry Tree Dental Office | Racine, WI Southwest Dental Group, a Cherry Tree Dental office, has a great opportunity for a motivated individual to join a busy, growing practice with a high-functioning team as a Dental Assistant.

Cherry Tree Dental is changing the face of group dentistry, and we are committed to our dentists, clinical staff, and support team by providing a positive company culture rooted with an unparalleled team synergy. We value and invest in our employees by offering professional growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and benefits with a work-life blend.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Health Insurance - significant employer contributions towards monthly premiums
• Dental Insurance (employer-paid)
• Vision Insurance
• Basic life & long-term disability insurance (employer-paid)
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Up to 3 weeks of PTO in your first year
• Paid holidays
• Annual reimbursement allowance to support employees in their professional development and role-related expenses.
• Employee referral bonus program
• A supportive, team-oriented environment

What you'll do:

As a Dental Assistant you will workto enhance the daily operations of the clinic by providing excellent care and communication to our patients. As a Dental Assistant you will:

• Prepares, sterilizes, disinfects, and maintains dental equipment, instruments, and supplies
• Collects and records patient health historiesand x-rays
• Ensures patient comfort during dental procedures
• Completes charting of treatment information in the patients' dental notes from the doctor as directed
• Assist doctor in management of medical and dental emergencies
• Delivers postoperative and general oral care instructions to patient
• Maintains infection control procedures, patient privacy, and professional interactions with patients and staff
• Assist administrative team with customer service functions

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one year of dental assisting experience required
• Completion of an accredited Dental Assisting Program or dental assistant experience preferred but not required
• Previous customer service or office experience
• Proficiency or the ability to become proficient within 90 days indental terminology and dental software for charting, treatment planning, clinical notes, etc.
• Strong verbal and written communication skillsFoster a positive attitude and be a team player

Patient Care Hours:

• Monday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Tuesday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Why Racine?

Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, Racine boasts beautiful waterfront views, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant community life. With excellent schools, parks, and recreational options, Racine offers an outstanding quality of life.