Dental Assistant (Full-time)
Marathon Family Dentistry, a Cherry Tree Dental Office | Marathon, WI
Marathon Family Dentistry, a Cherry Tree Dental office, is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our thriving practice. This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to work alongside a skilled, high-functioning team while making a positive impact on patients' oral health.
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
Dental Insurance (employer-paid)
Vision Insurance
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
Continuing education opportunities
Employee referral bonus program
A supportive, team-oriented environment
What you'll do:
As a Dental Assistant, you will contribute to the success of the practice by supporting clinical procedures, delivering excellent patient care, and providing effective communication throughout the patient journey. 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 or dental assistant experience preferred but not required
Previous customer service or office experience
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 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Why Marathon?
Located just outside Wausau, Marathon is a small-town gem with a strong sense of community, excellent schools, and beautiful countryside. It’s an ideal setting for those who enjoy a peaceful lifestyle with easy access to outdoor recreation and nearby city amenities.