OVERVIEW

Come join an organization where we highly value your experience as a dental assistant and caring demeanor with patients. Our staff members are the most important part of our practice, as their success directly determines our position as the leader in dental care.

At Dental Associates, we foster a culture which invites our patients into our "dental home" and provides our dental assistants with a career, not just a job. As a team member of Dental Associates, you will use state-of-the-art technology, experience on-the-job training exposing you to all specialty areas, and deliver an exceptional patient experience. We are a growing organization at the forefront of the dental industry and are continually expanding our footprint within Wisconsin.

The dental assistant contributes to the business success of Dental Associates by providing quality dental care, excellent patient relations and effective interpersonal communication. Be part of a dynamic organization that will make you proud. Learn more about our dental assistant jobs below and how you can join our team!

BENEFITS

In addition to an excellent compensation package, a dental technician career with Dental Associates will offer you access to beautiful facilities, advanced technologies, continuing education offerings, abundant opportunities for career growth, a dedicated support team, wonderful patients and the gorgeous state of Wisconsin.

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision plan
• Health savings and flexible spending account
• Disability coverage
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid time off, including paid vacation, holidays and sick time
• Staff member discount programs

CLINICAL

• 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
• Assist provider throughout exam including complex treatment, surgery, and all operatory-related care
• Monitor oxygen levels when nitrous or IV is administered
• Make impressions and fabricate crowns as instructed
• Prepare and record clinical notes and charting
• Prepare operatory for patient exam; sterilize instruments and disinfect operatory

PATIENT EXPERIENCE

• Establish rapport with patients by greeting them with a smile and maintaining a professional image in appearance and manner
• Explain dental procedures to be performed and obtain patient signature on the patient consent form
• Resolve patient concerns; answer or seek to find answers to patient inquiries
• Review treatment plan cost estimate with patient; appoint future visits
• Bill out procedures, collect patient balance, reconcile cash drawer
• Maximize provider productivity through scheduling efficiencies
• Manage phone line and schedule future appointments for dental teams
• Place confirmation and follow-up courtesy calls to patient
• Provide coverage for Dental Services Representatives to account for absences or high-volume periods

ADMINISTRATIVE

• Record treatment performed in patient record
• Document treatment plan for future treatment
• Order dental supplies
• Provide coverage for Dental Services Representative to account for absences and assist during high-volume periods

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Two years’ experience in the dental field preferred
• Completion of a dental assisting program or previous dental assisting experience preferred
• DANB certification preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Compliance with state dental practices requirements