Dental Assistant - Midtown Clinic

Children's Wisconsin • Milwaukee, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Critical to the delivery of safe and efficient oral health care. They participate in direct patient care by providers through pre visit planning, organization of supplies and equipment for procedural care, preparation of patients and families before the start of the procedures and chair side assisting. They perform independent tasks as directed by providers, supervisors and manager in support of the provision of care.

Requirements

• Twelve months dental assisting experience or successful completion of dental assisting clinical rotation at Children's Dental Center.
• Proficiency in 4-handed dentistry, sterilization, and x-ray techniques.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to interact courteously and respectfully with patients, parents/families, and members of the health care team.
• Knowledge of computer and keyboard, word processing skills, and the ability to troubleshoot basic PC issues.
• CPR certification obtained within 90 days of hire - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart or American Red Cross is required.

Nice To Haves

• Dental Assisting Certification
• Pediatric or Special Needs dental assisting experience

Responsibilities

• Participate in direct patient care through pre-visit planning.
• Organize supplies and equipment for procedural care.
• Prepare patients and families before the start of procedures.
• Provide chairside assisting.
• Perform independent tasks as directed by providers, supervisors, and managers in support of care provision.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed