Cherry Tree Dental is hiring: Dental Assistant in Wausau

Dental Assistant - Full-timeInspired Dental Health, a Cherry Tree Dental OfficeWausau, WIInspired Dental Health, a Cherry Tree Dental office, has a great opportunity for a motivated individual to join a busy, growing practice with a high-functioning 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: Health insuranceVision insurance401kLife insurancePaid Time OffPaid HolidaysOffice bonus programWhat you'll do:As a Dental Assistant you will work to enhance the daily operations of the clinic by providing excellent care and communication to our patients. As a Dental Assistant you will:Prepares, sterilizes, disinfects, and maintains dental equipment, instruments, and suppliesCollects and records patient health histories, take impressions and x-raysEnsures patient comfort during dental proceduresPrepares dental materials (cements, amalgam, composite, impression materials, etc.)Completes charting of treatment information in the patients' dental notes from the doctor as directedAssist doctor in management of medical and dental emergenciesCleans/polishes removable devices; fabricate temporary restorations, custom trays, study modelsDelivers postoperative and general oral care instructions to patientMaintains infection control procedures, patient privacy, and professional interactions with patients and staffAssist administrative team with customer service functionsPresent treatment plans to patientsEducation and Experience:High school diploma or equivalentCompletion of an accredited Dental Assisting Program or dental assistant experience preferredPrevious customer service or office experienceProficiency 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 skillsFoster a positive attitude and be a team playerHours:Monday through Thursday 7:30am to 5:00pm