Pediatric Dental Assistant: Growth, Mentorship & Top Benefits

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance with HSA

Dental coverage

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Short term disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

FSA

Critical Illness

Hospital Indemnity

Job summary

Dental Associates is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our pediatric dental team in Wisconsin. Expect a 32-hour weekly schedule with reliable full-time hours and a competitive wage plus annual increases.

A uniform allowance is provided, along with a mentor program and ongoing on-the-job training. We offer paid time off and holidays, continuing education, and a supportive environment focused on building trust with patients while collaborating with dentists, hygienists and staff across a growing

Qualifications

• Experience as a Dental Assistant 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

Teamwork

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited Dental Assistant program

Tools

X-ray proficiency

Job description

Dental Associates is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our pediatric dental team in Wisconsin. Expect a 32-hour weekly schedule with reliable full-time hours and a competitive wage plus annual increases.

A uniform allowance is provided, along with a mentor program and ongoing on-the-job training. We offer paid time off and holidays, continuing education, and a supportive environment focused on building trust with patients while collaborating with dentists, hygienists and staff across a growing