Dental Assistant

Familia Dental & Vivid Smiles • Racine, WI

25d • Onsite

About The Position

Familia Dental’s Racine office is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Dental Assistant to support dentists in delivering high-quality patient care and to promote the company’s culture, mission, and values. No prior experience or certification is required for hire; comprehensive on-the-job training is provided. The position supports clinical care in a fast-paced environment and offers an opportunity to grow within the company.

Familia Dental was established in 2008 and emphasizes quality, honesty, and care, along with community outreach and internal growth.

Requirements

• Exceptional customer and patient service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills.
• Basic computer knowledge and experience with dental management software.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment.
• Detail-oriented and able to carry out written and verbal instructions.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Meet state requirements for dental assistant duties, continuing education, or licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate, and radiography certificate.

Nice To Haves

• Dental assisting experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience working in healthcare or a related field is strongly preferred.
• Denticon experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and escort patients between the reception area and treatment areas in a professional, friendly manner.
• Ensure treatment rooms are equipped and stocked, and reorder inventory when necessary.
• Take and record patients’ medical and dental histories and vital signs, including blood pressure and pulse.
• Document and chart dental procedures performed during each visit according to the dentist’s instructions and legal requirements.
• Take and develop dental diagnostic x-rays.
• Pour and base diagnostic models and fabricate temporary restorations as allowed by state law.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, and assist the dentist during procedures.
• Provide patients with dental education and information, including oral hygiene strategies such as brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling.
• Notify the Office Manager of equipment problems or general safety concerns.
• Attend and participate in morning huddles, chart reviews, and regular office meetings.
• Recognize and be sensitive to patients’ emotions.
• Understand and follow company policies and procedures.
• Understand and follow state and federal laws related to a dental office.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays and time off
• Access to financial advisors
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Voluntary short-term and long-term disability
• On-demand pay, allowing employees to receive a portion of their check before payday

What This Job Offers

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