Dental Assistant
Cherry Tree Dental•Wausau, WI
•Onsite
About The Position
Inspired Dental Health, a Cherry Tree Dental office, has a great opportunity for a motivated individual to join a busy, growing practice with a high-functioning team as a Dental Assistant. Cherry Tree Dental is changing the face of group dentistry, and we are committed to our dentists, clinical staff, and support team by providing a positive company culture rooted with an unparalleled team synergy. We value and invest in our employees by offering professional growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and benefits with a work-life blend.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of one year of dental assisting experience required
- Previous customer service or office experience
- Proficiency or the ability to become proficient within 90 days in dental terminology and dental software for charting, treatment planning, clinical notes, etc.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Foster a positive attitude and be a team player
Nice To Haves
- Completion of an accredited Dental Assisting Program or dental assistant experience preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Prepares, sterilizes, disinfects, and maintains dental equipment, instruments, and supplies
- Collects and records patient health histories and x-rays
- Ensures patient comfort during dental procedures
- Completes charting of treatment information in the patients' dental notes from the doctor as directed
- Assist doctor in management of medical and dental emergencies
- Delivers postoperative and general oral care instructions to patient
- Maintains infection control procedures, patient privacy, and professional interactions with patients and staff
- Assist administrative team with customer service functions
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Health Insurance - significant employer contributions towards monthly premiums
- Dental Insurance (employer-paid)
- Vision Insurance
- Basic life & long-term disability insurance (employer-paid)
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Up to 3 weeks of PTO in your first year
- Paid holidays
- Continuing education opportunities
- Employee referral bonus program
- A supportive, team-oriented environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
