Dental Assistant 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars 8200 West Silver Spring Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53225

Position:

Dental Assistant Position Summary :

Assist dentist in examination and treatment of patients. Perform a variety of chair-side and clinical support functions. Prepare treatment operatory, position instruments and equipment. Monitor patient comfort. Assist in maintaining treatment records and maintaining operatory equipment and instruments.

Dental Assistant Duties & Responsibilities :

Establish reason for visit and instruct patient on preparation for dentist's examination. Stock and prepare operatory according to dentist's specifications. Assist with various prosthetic and restorative procedures to include impressions, evacuation, retraction, cementation and homeostasis. Assist with mixing various types of materials; dispense, set-up and assist with nitrous oxide and electro surgery. Assist patients in need of help, i.e. handicap, pediatric, etc. Monitor clinical equipment and materials; maintain cleanliness in clinic area. Monitor proper infection control techniques. Maintain supply and inventory for operatory. Review patient charts for completeness, as well as order processing for referrals, x-ray, etc. Collect clinic encounter forms at the end of each session and forward to billing. Provide back up for co-workers, when needed. Work collaboratively with the dentist for the coordination of quality dental care to the clinic's patients. Inform scheduled patients of any delays due to dentist's lateness, emergencies, schedule backup, etc. : High school Diploma or GED and completion of an approved dental assistant course.

Experience:

One year of experience.

Company Benefits :

2 Weeks paid vacation

Job Type:

Full-time 48 hours of accrued sick leave per year 12 paid holidays per year Continuing Profession Education (Reimbursement) 403b with company match Health, dental, vision, and Life insurance coverage

Dental Assistant Salary :

Salary is negotiable based upon education and experience

EEO/AA:

Milwaukee Health Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran by applicable federal, state and local laws. Our hiring and promotion policies focus on selecting the most qualified and capable candidates. Milwaukee Health Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.33 - $25.67 per hour

Benefits:

403(b) 403(b) matching AD&D insurance Bereavement leave Continuing education credits Dental insurance Dependent care reimbursement Dependent health insurance coverage Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Free flu shots Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Loan forgiveness Paid jury duty Paid time off Pet insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance Wellness program

Schedule:

10 hour shift 4x10 People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person