Dental Assistant — Graduate Program Clinic

Marquette University; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Marquette University’s Dental School seeks two Dental Assistant – Graduate Program Clinic positions. The role supports dental residents, students, patients, and faculty in an advanced training clinic, instructing patients and students per the Clinic Operations Manual and care standards. Department: Dental School.

Posting Date: 09/15/2026. Equal opportunity employer statement included. The position emphasizes student success, service, and education within a Jesuit, faith-based environment that

Qualifications

• High school education plus one year dental assistant experience required.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, 4-handed dentistry, instrumentation, impression materials and cements, x-ray technology and procedures, sterilization procedures, patient management techniques, and CPR.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and maintain calm under stress with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental assistance and instruction to students during examinations, diagnostic testing, and treatment; assist during surgery and emergencies.
• Assist with processing paperwork including endodontic packets and assigning new patients to students.
• Maintain and monitor cleanliness and sterilization of dental equipment per OSHA requirements.
• Order and stock supplies using MU Dental Store procedures; assist with budget monitoring and planning.
• Facilitate patient billing by preparing insurance forms, collecting payments, and recording treatments.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, manage patient files and communications with hospitals and insurers.
• Maintain patient recall system with scheduling and records."
• Check-out and monitor return of supplies, equipment, and medications issued to students and faculty.
• Coordinate repair and maintenance of dental equipment.
• Assist with sophomore lab courses including setup, recording grades, and coordinating schedules.
• Communicate with suppliers and stay informed about new products and equipment.
• Provide orientation to new dental students in the Endodontic Department.

Skills

Dental assistant experience

X-ray knowledge

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Marquette University’s Dental School seeks two Dental Assistant – Graduate Program Clinic positions. The role supports dental residents, students, patients, and faculty in an advanced training clinic, instructing patients and students per the Clinic Operations Manual and care standards. Department: Dental School.

Posting Date: 09/15/2026. Equal opportunity employer statement included. The position emphasizes student success, service, and education within a Jesuit, faith-based environment that