Dental Assistant

Progressive Community Health Centers, Inc.•Milwaukee, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Progressive Community Health Centers is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant in Milwaukee, WI. This is a full-time position with regular business hours, meaning no late nights, weekends, or holidays. Founded in 1999, Progressive Community Health Centers is an independent non-profit organization operating four clinic locations in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. With over 100 employees, our agency is dedicated to improving the health and quality of life within the community by providing culturally competent services that address identified needs. We serve approximately 16,000 patients annually, offering high-quality, comprehensive care, with a majority being low-income. Our clinics do not turn anyone away based on insurance status or ability to pay. We are committed to a patient-centered philosophy and offer a wide range of services including family medicine, internal medicine, women's health, urgent care, dental, radiology, and integrated behavioral health. Supportive services such as case management, health education, and benefits enrollment are also available.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Completion of a Dental Assistant Certification program from an accredited technical college or State training program.
At least six months of on-the-job training and/or experience in a clinic or dentist's office.
Must be BLS certified.
Mandatory vaccination for all hired candidates.
Must submit proof of vaccination prior to orientation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a community health, public health, or in a community hospital is a plus.

Responsibilities

Performs various dental procedures and tasks under the direct supervision of the Dental Supervisor, including sterilization, lab work, and chairside assisting as directed by the Dentist.
Performs light clerical duties as assigned.
Actively participates in huddles and team/company meetings and trainings.
Checks-in to see daily assignment for that day, floater, sterilization, or lab.
Is aware of the schedule and patient needs for the day.
Prepares treatment trays for the patient's scheduled procedure per Operatory Setup guidelines.
Prepares the operatory for the appointment as needed.
Greets patients and escorts them from the reception room, marking their arrival on that day's schedule and electronically notifying the provider per EDR process.
Escorts and seats patients for both dentist and hygienist.
Prepares patients by maintaining patient flow and awareness of the schedule.
Prepares patient with patient napkin, eyewear, and chats with patient to relax patient and verify appointment needs and expectations.
Takes and records medical and dental histories, including pre-medication requirements.
Takes and documents vital signs of patients.
Notifies the treating provider if blood pressure is pre-hypertensive or greater.