Dental Assistant | Notable Private Practice
Location: Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Position Type: Full-Time
Are you a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative, high-quality clinical environment? Our client, a premier private practice in Wisconsin Rapids, is looking for a Dental Assistant to join their dedicated team.
This is a well-established role within a practice that prides itself on providing comprehensive, compassionate care to both adult and pediatric patients. If you’re looking for a supportive "work family" where clinical excellence is the standard, we’d love to meet you.
Position Overview
As a Dental Assistant, you will be the right hand of our doctors, ensuring every patient feels comfortable and every procedure runs seamlessly. You’ll play a vital role in clinical support, patient education, and maintaining the highest standards of safety and organization.
Key Responsibilities
Chairside Assisting: Provide high-quality four-handed dentistry support during a variety of restorative and surgical procedures.
Patient Care: Prepare treatment rooms, turn over rooms efficiently, and ensure patients (adult and pediatric) feel at ease.
Diagnostics: Take high-quality dental radiographs and intraoral photos as directed.
Clinical Support: Perform sterilization of instruments, manage infection control protocols (OSHA/HIPAA), and maintain dental equipment.
Lab & Impressions: Take accurate impressions, pour models, and manage lab cases.
Documentation: Maintain precise, timely clinical notes and patient records.
Collaboration: Work closely with the Doctors and Hygienists to ensure a smooth flow of care throughout the day.
Qualifications
Experience: Previous experience as a Dental Assistant in a private practice setting preferred.
Certifications: Active CPR/BLS certification is required.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in digital X-rays and modern dental software.
Soft Skills: Strong communication skills, a professional demeanor, and a team-first mentality.
Reliability: A consistent, dependable professional who takes pride in their work.