- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Thorp, WI
Job Description
At Thorp Dental, we are seeking a Dental Assistant to collaborate with our team to improve our patientâs dental health and smiles in our State-Of-The-Art practice in Thorp, Wisconsin. As our Dental Assistant, you are highly skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care, and still you can make smooth office procedures for our patients. Your genuine care is transmitted in all interactions to the patients you serve. If you are seeking a new dental home, we would LOVE to talk to you!
What weâll offer you:
We offer a job environment that you will love, starting with an amazing and collaborative team, and focused to provide best in class oral health care to our patients.
Best in class equipment, tools and enough time to perform thorough and gentle treatments to our patients
Continuous education and unparalleled support to grow your career
A competitive compensation package
401(k) plan with a match
Generous PTO and holidays
Affordable medical, vision, life insurance and disability plans, as well as flexible spending and health saving accounts
We offer wellness programs focused on your physical, mental, social, and financial wellbeing so you can live and work at your best every day.
Benefits and perks for you, your family and even your pets!
Schedule: NO WEEKENDS!
Monday 7:30 am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30 am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30 am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30 am - 5:30pm
Friday To Be Determined
As part of our team you will:
Assist the doctor in providing care to the patient.
Be knowledgeable of existing and emerging technologies and clinical initiatives that impact the back-office experience.
Actively monitor lab materials and supplies.
Develop a relationship with the patient.
Follow all OSHA/HIPAA guidelines.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Patients are our number one priority and we always want to do what is best for them.
Welcome patients and get them situated in the appropriate treatment room.
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Take and document patient dental history and updates, as well as overall health and medication history.
Perform patient charting as instructed by the dentist.
Assist dentist by handling supplies and instruments as requested.
Prepare tables and trays for dentist with necessary instruments and supplies.
Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturerâs instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Clean and sterilize instruments and prepare treatment rooms as needed.
Take, expose, and mount high quality dental radiographs.
Ensure appropriate supply of equipment and materials.
Contribute to the team in achieving business objectives to accomplish goals.
Maintain a safe and secure environment for patients and team
1-2 years of experience as Dental Assistant
High school diploma or GED required.
Current CPR certification preferred.
Experience with Dentrix Dental Software a plus.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Apply today and join a team that thrives to elevate all aspects of dentistry having patient health at the center of everything we do!
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About Thorp Dental Center:
Since 1974, Thorp Dental Center has been providing a wide range of high-quality dental and services for you and your entire family. The services include thorough dental examinations, X-rays and routine cleanings. We pride ourselves on providing virtually pain-free dentistry and easing concerns of anxious patients with modern technology. We aim to provide a friendly patient service as well as thorough and efficient dental services
