Dental Assistant - Pedodontics

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance with optional Health

Dental coverage 100% for diagnostics

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Company paid short term disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

FSA

Critical Illness

Hospital Indemnity

Job summary

Dental Associates in Wisconsin is hiring a dental assistant for a full-time role with a competitive wage of $20.00–$26.00 hourly plus annual increases. Benefits include a uniform allowance, paid time off, holidays, and a mentor program to support growth within a supportive, patient‑centered practice.

Duties include assisting the dentist during exams and procedures, taking X-rays, maintaining patient records, and supporting the team to deliver high‑quality care across multiple offices.

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

Job description

COMPETITIVE WAGE

$20.00-26.00 hourly plus annual increases.

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE

Yearly allowance for shoes and scrubs.

MENTOR PROGRAM

Mentorship and additional compensation for becoming a mentor.

NO FORCED VACATION

Take vacation on your time and your terms. You won’t need to take vacation when your doctor

does.

PAID TIME OFF

We offer paid vacation and paid holidays.

Regular schedules — no surprises. Reliable full-time hours you can depend on.

CONTINUING EDUCATION

We encourage our team to keep learning and embrace innovation.

HIGH-QUALITY RELATIONSHIPS

Focus on building trust and forming relationships with your patients — our internal support

teams handle the rest.

COLLABORATION

Work together with dentists, specialists, hygienists and other dental assistants across a growing

organization.

GROWTH POTENTIAL

Explore opportunities beyond dental assisting with greater internal mobility.

Benefits Overview:

• Medical Insurance with optional Health Savings Account through Associated Bank
• Dental: Diagnostic and Preventive covered at 100%, Basic and Restorative (immediate family)
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Company paid short term disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• FSA
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity

Job 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

Job Requirements

• 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

The Company

At Dental Associates, we foster a culture which invites our patients into our "dental home" and provides our employees with a career, not just a job.

Founded in 1974, Dental Associates is Wisconsin's largest family and dentist-owned dental group practice with 14 offices throughout the state. Dental Associates is a strong company with the resources to continually invest in our overall growth and talented team members. Be part of a dynamic organization that will make you proud.

If you’re ready for an exciting, stable career with a growing company

Get to know Dental Associates - Dentalassociates.com

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