Our Watertown office is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our team! We believe in providing honest, excellent, and compassionate patient care. We spend quality time with our patients educating them on ways to improve their oral hygiene and to live healthier lives. If your career philosophies match our mission, this is the right place for you!
The candidate we are seeking has a positive, personable attitude with excellent communication skills. A strong team player who looks for opportunities to help others and likes to have fun!
Office Hours are Monday - Thursday (32-34 hours weekly).
The Dental Assistant should exhibit the following qualities
- On time
- Friendly, reliable, team player, eager to learn new skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Assist with performing assessments and treatment with the dentist
- Take diagnostic digital radiographs
- Chair-side assisting
- Provide post-operative instructions following procedures
- Proficient in proper PPE and sterilization procedures
- Understand all OSHA requirements for infection control procedures
- Helps patients feel comfortable and confident with their dental care
- Provides guidance and instruction to patients on the benefits of oral health
- Proven ability to follow outlined policies and guidelines
- Possess a professional and positive attitude
- Participates in training, staff meetings and occasional special events
Qualifications of Dental Assistant
- One year work experience
- Current CPR certification preferred
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 34 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
Schedule:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Watertown, WI 53094 (Required)
Work Location: In person