Dental Assistant - Patient Care & Team‑Driven Practice

Ascendent Health Partners; Cedarburg (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform allowance

Full-time

Medical & dental for employee, spouse,

Payed time off

Paid holidays after 90 days

401k match

Job summary

Teeth & Co. is seeking an enthusiastic Dental Assistant to join our warm, team-centered practice. You will assist the doctor and RDH during procedures, ensure patient comfort, and maintain a clean, organized clinical environment.

Responsibilities include preparing instruments, taking digital x-rays, documenting health histories, treatment plans, and progress notes, educating patients on oral hygiene, and managing patient flow while upholding HIPAA.

Qualifications

• Proficient with dental terminology and charting.
• Knowledge of infection control standards and aseptic techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor during examinations and procedures by providing necessary instruments and materials.
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and materials following infection control protocols.
• Take digital x-rays, create treatment plans, and enter progress notes.
• Maintain accurate medical information, including health histories, med lists, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post‑op instructions.
• Manage appointment scheduling and patient flow to optimize office efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
• Support the practice in maintaining an aseptic environment through proper infection control measures.

Skills

Dental terminology

Infection control

Dental imaging

Communication

Job description

Teeth & Co. is seeking an enthusiastic Dental Assistant to join our warm, team-centered practice. You will assist the doctor and RDH during procedures, ensure patient comfort, and maintain a clean, organized clinical environment.

Responsibilities include preparing instruments, taking digital x-rays, documenting health histories, treatment plans, and progress notes, educating patients on oral hygiene, and managing patient flow while upholding HIPAA.