Dental Assistant I

LA CLINICA DE LOS CAMPESINOS INC • Mauston, WI

3d

About The Position

As a dental assistant, you will enhance the efficiency of the dental office as well as provide a relaxed, friendly, and welcoming environment creating a positive experience for patients.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 1 years’ experience working as a Dental Assistant is desired.
• Graduation from a Dental Assistant training program/technical school. Additional training may substitute for required experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds..

Responsibilities

• Support both the dentist and patients with a variety of tasks.
• Assist with patient preparation, providing comfort and explaining procedures.
• Offer clinical support during dental procedures by handing instruments, suctioning, and managing dental materials.
• Perform administrative tasks including scheduling appointments and managing patient records.
• Ensure instruments are property sterilized, and that the treatment area is clean and organized.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post treatment care.
• Expose and develop diagnostic dental x-rays and perform routing maintenance and cleaning of dental operatory equipment.

Benefits

• 20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) – accrual starts on your first day!
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Pet Insurance
• 401(k) with up to 5% company match
• Short & Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance (company-paid)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees