About the role
Dental Assistant (Full-Time) | $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!
Chippewa Center for Dental Excellence, a Cherry Tree Dental Office | Chippewa Falls, WI
Chippewa Center for Dental Excellence has an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join our busy, growing practice and high-performing team as a Dental Assistant.
Cherry Tree Dental is changing the face of group dentistry, and we are committed to our dentists, clinical staff, and support team by providing a positive company culture rooted with an unparalleled team synergy. We value and invest in our employees by offering professional growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and benefits with a work-life blend.
Benefits:
* Competitive compensation * Health Insurance - significant employer contributions towards monthly premiums * Vision Insurance * Dental Insurance (employer-paid) * Basic life & long-term disability insurance (employer-paid) * 401(k) with employer contribution * Up to 3 weeks of PTO in your first year * Paid holidays * Employee referral bonus program * Annual reimbursement allowance to support employees in their professional development and role-related expenses. * A supportive, team-oriented environment
What you'll do:
As a Dental Assistant, you will support the daily operations of the practice by delivering exceptional patient care, assisting with clinical procedures, and fostering positive communication with patients and team members. As a Dental Assistant you will:
* 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
Education and Experience:
* High school diploma or equivalent * Minimum of one year of dental assisting experience required * Completion of an accredited Dental Assisting Program preferred but not required * Previous customer service or office experience preferred * 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
Patient Care Hours: Monday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Why Chippewa Falls? Chippewa Falls is a vibrant community known for its scenic beauty, friendly atmosphere, and strong sense of local pride. With beautiful parks, excellent schools, year-round outdoor activities, and easy access to nearby Eau Claire, it's an ideal place to call home