Dental Therapist

Brown County Oral Health Partnership•Green Bay, WI

15d

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated, skilled, and compassionate Dental Therapist to join our team in achieving our mission of changing the lives of our community’s children through access to excellent oral health services and education. The Dental Therapist plays an essential role in expanding access to care by providing preventive and routine restorative services under the supervision of a licensed dentist. This position focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while supporting OHP’s mission and community outreach efforts.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Dental Therapy program
Licensed (or eligible for licensure) as a Dental Therapist in the State of Wisconsin
Current CPR/BLS certification
Ability to travel between OHP clinic locations, schools, and community-based sites
Ability to obtain professional liability insurance
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Passion for working with children and underserved populations
Adaptability across multiple clinical settings and teams
Commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate care
Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children and adolescents
Experience in community health, public health, or school-based programs
Familiarity with behavior guidance techniques
Bilingual in Spanish, Hmong, or Somali is a plus

Responsibilities

Review patient health history and perform oral evaluations within scope of practice
Take and review radiographs in collaboration with the supervising dentist
Provide preventive services, including prophylaxis, fluoride treatments, and sealants
Place restorations (fillings), interim therapeutic restorations (ITRs), and preformed crowns on primary teeth
Perform simple extractions of erupted primary teeth
Provide oral health education, dietary counseling, and post-operative instructions to patients and caregivers
Assist in treatment planning in collaboration with the dental team
Maintain accurate and timely charting in patient records
Support setup, breakdown, and maintenance of clinical and portable equipment
Travel to and provide care across OHP service locations, including schools and community sites
Utilize Dentrix for charting and patient records
Use Dexis for radiography
Utilize internal systems for scheduling, documentation, and timekeeping