Find & Apply For Dental Assistant Jobs in Turtle Lake, Wisconsin

•$2,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time (1.0 FTE). Part time are also eligible for a prorated bonus based on FTE.•We are seeking a full-time Outreach Dental Assistant to join our team! This position is based out of our Turtle Lake clinic location but will be assisting our Registered Dental Hygienists (RDH) with school based, daycare, and WIC offices dental care . The Dental Assistants main purpose is to provide appropriate patient care while working hand in hand with the RDH. The Dental Assistant will do this by helping to address the needs of the patient in order to be successful with overall health and wellness. Salary begins at $20.45 + per hour depending on experience. Outreach Dental Assistant duties include but are not limited to: Receive and prepare patient for treatment. Charts conditions of suspected decay and disease for treatment by hygienist and referral to a dentist in DentalSeal. Sterilizes and disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, prepares materials, and assists dentist during dental procedures. Complete necessary forms to be sent home with the child informing guardian of treatment received. Register patient in DentalSeal and EDR, verify insurance, demographics and guarantor. Maintenance of equipment, replenish supplies and load and unload as needed for transportation and setup at the school. Knowledge of Scope of Practice per Wisconsin Dental Assistant statutes. Demonstrate Knowledge of ethics, jurisprudence and patient confidentiality. Demonstrate understanding of the OSHA Hazard Communication standard. Demonstrate understanding of the OSHA Blood borne Pathogens standard. Demonstrate understanding of the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention guidelines Perform sterilization and disinfection procedures in compliance with policy and procedures. Understand insurance guidelines for allowable services and treatment frequency. Apply effective communication techniques with a variety of patients.

Qualification and Education Requirements:

One year certificate from college or technical school; or three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Non-Certified Role:

Three or more months related experience and/or clinical training preferred.

Certified Role:

Current dental assisting certification with DANB required; three or more months related experience or training preferred.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and use of a computer (50%) Standing/Walking (50%) Lifting requirements up to 25 lbs frequently, and 75 lbs occasionally (10%) Position is not eligible for remote work Potential exposure to airborne diseases: (75%) Potential risk of blood borne exposure: (25%) Some travel outside the clinic is involved using own transportation: (30%) You will be required to use your personal vehicle for all travel and to qualify for mileage reimbursement there is a standard for insurance coverage you must meet. We Offer a

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Competitive benefits include Health, Dental, 403B Retirement Savings Plan w/ employer match, HSA/Flexible spending accounts, and Employer-paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance Family-friendly, flexible work schedules - NO

WEEKENDS!

9 Paid holidays including the Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and a Birthday holiday PLUS 3 weeks of PTO, with 1 full week of PTO available to use upon hire! NorthLakes Paid Leave Bank to help support your medical needs Tuition Reimbursement Program and Continuing Education Unique Wellness Benefits; including a generous Health & Wellness Reimbursement program, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) loan program, and Employee Assistance Program Travel Reimbursement Employee Referral Program $$$ Benefits eligibility is dependent upon FTE Status and Position All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and references. "Our Mission is to respond to the healthcare needs of our communities with an integrated array of quality services and actively remove barriers to wellness" Your next great career move could be a click away. ! NorthLakes Community Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

From $20.45 per hour

Work Location:

In person