Dental Assistant Job at Pointplacedental in Stevens Point

Overview

DENTAL ASSISTANT (FULL-TIME)

POINT PLACE DENTAL, A CHERRY TREE DENTAL OFFICE | STEVENS POINT, WI

Are you a friendly, motivated Dental Assistant looking for a fulfilling role in a supportive, patient-focused Office? Point Place Dental is growing, and we're excited to welcome a full-time dental assistant to our passionate and collaborative team!

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k with match
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Office bonus program

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

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Dental Assisting Program or dental assistant experience preferred but not 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

Hours

Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.