Full Time Dental Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day workweek

Long weekends every week

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

McKinnon Dental in Appleton, WI is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join a patient‑centered team. You will welcome patients, prepare them for treatment, and support the doctor through a range of dental and oral surgery procedures.

Role emphasizes accurate patient education, digital impressions with iTero, sterilization, and meticulous documentation, while delivering a positive, comfortable experience for every patient.

Qualifications

• Previous dental assisting experience required.
• Experience using iTero scanner required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Reliable, professional, and team-oriented.
• Ability to multitask while maintaining exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and prepare patients for dental treatment
• Assist the doctor efficiently during a variety of dental & oral surgery procedures
• Capture digital impressions using the iTero scanner
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked clinical environment
• Sterilize instruments and follow infection control protocols
• Take dental radiographs in accordance with state guidelines
• Educate patients on treatment plans, oral hygiene, and post-operative care
• Accurately document clinical notes and patient information
• Help create a positive, comfortable experience for every patient

Skills

Dental assisting

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team player

Tools

iTero scanner

Job description

McKinnon Dental | Appleton, WI

Build Your Career with a Team That Puts Patients First!

Dental Assistant

McKinnon Dental | Appleton, WI

Build Your Career with a Team That Puts Patients First!

McKinnon Dental is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic Dental Assistant to join our exceptional team in Appleton, WI. We're searching for someone who enjoys building relationships with patients, thrives in a collaborative environment, and takes pride in delivering outstanding clinical care.

If you're ready to be part of a modern, patient-centered practice where your experience and dedication are truly valued, we'd love to connect with you!

Schedule

• Monday – Thursday
• 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Compensation

• $20- $26 per hour, based on experience

Responsibilities

• Welcome and prepare patients for dental treatment
• Assist the doctor efficiently during a variety of dental & oral surgery procedures
• Capture digital impressions using the iTero scanner
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked clinical environment
• Sterilize instruments and follow infection control protocols
• Take dental radiographs in accordance with state guidelines
• Educate patients on treatment plans, oral hygiene, and post-operative care
• Accurately document clinical notes and patient information
• Help create a positive, comfortable experience for every patient

Qualifications

• Previous dental assisting experience required
• Experience using an iTero scanner is required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Reliable, professional, and team-oriented
• Ability to multitask while maintaining exceptional patient care

Why McKinnon Dental?

• Modern, technology-driven private practice
• Friendly, supportive, and collaborative team
• Four-day workweek with long weekends every week
• Competitive hourly pay
• Opportunity to grow professionally in a practice that values its team

If you're an experienced Dental Assistant looking for a practice where you can make an impact and continue growing your career, we'd love to hear from you.