Dental Assistant - Coverage & Growth Opportunities

Dental Associates Ltd; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

On-the-job training

Continued education

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Dental Associates is seeking a dedicated team member to provide coverage for Dental Assistants during prescheduled time off and for last‑minute staff needs. You will work across our Appleton, North Appleton, and Greenville locations, collaborating with dentists, hygienists, and front staff to maintain smooth patient care.

We offer a competitive hourly wage of $20.00–$26.00 with annual increases, on‑the‑job training, ongoing education, and opportunities for growth within a supportive,

Qualifications

• Previous Dental Assistant experience or completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of state dental practices requirements, including X-ray proficiency and OSHA training strongly preferred.
• Effective interpersonal skills to maintain rapport with patients, dentists, and other staff members.
• Good customer service skills and ability to work as a team in fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist provider throughout exam including complex treatment, surgery, & all operatory‑related care.
• Explain treatment procedures; seek clarification and understanding from patient.
• Review and assist patient in updating iPad medical history.
• Assist provider with patient education.
• Take patient blood pressure, X-rays and radiographs.
• Monitor oxygen levels when nitrous or IV is administered.
• Make impressions and fabricate crowns as instructed.
• Prepare and record clinical notes, charting and patient record.
• Prepare operatory for patient exam; sterilize instruments and disinfect operatory.
• Provide coverage for Dental Services Representatives to account for absences or high‑volume periods.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Dental Assistant program preferred

Tools

X-ray proficiency

OSHA training

Job description

Dental Associates is seeking a dedicated team member to provide coverage for Dental Assistants during prescheduled time off and for last‑minute staff needs. You will work across our Appleton, North Appleton, and Greenville locations, collaborating with dentists, hygienists, and front staff to maintain smooth patient care.

We offer a competitive hourly wage of $20.00–$26.00 with annual increases, on‑the‑job training, ongoing education, and opportunities for growth within a supportive,