Bilingual Dental Assistant

About the role

Familia Dental office in Racine is seeking dedicated candidates to join their team as Dental Assistants. On-the-job training is provided, so certification is not required.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and escort patients professionally and courteously.
• Ensure treatment rooms are equipped and stocked with inventory and reorder when necessary.
• Take and record patient's medical and dental histories and vital signs, blood pressure & pulse.
• Document/chart all dental procedures performed during each patient visit per Dentist’s instructions and legal requirements.
• Take and develop dental diagnostic x-rays.
• Pour and base diagnostic models and fabricate temporary restorations – as allowed by state law.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials and assist Dentist during dental procedures.
• Effectively provide dental education and information to patients to ensure patient awareness of dental health, and oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling).
• Notify Office Manager of equipment trouble or general safety concerns.
• Attend and participate in morning huddles, chart reviews and regular office meetings.
• Recognize and be sensitive to patients' emotions.
• Understand and follow company policy and procedures.
• Understand and follow state and federal laws related to a dental office.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Exceptional customer/patient service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills.
• Basic computer knowledge and experience with dental management software.
• Denticon experience is preferred.
• Able to work in fast paced, patient-focused environment.
• Detail oriented.
• Able to carry out written and verbal instructions.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Able to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Meet state requirements for DA duties, continuing education, or license; Basic Life Support (BLS), cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate, and radiography certificate.
• Dental assisting experience is preferred, but not required.
• Experience working within healthcare or related field strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid Holidays & Time Off.
• Access to Financial Advisors.
• Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Voluntary Short-Term & Long-Term Disability.
• On demand Pay.

Availability / Schedule

Working hours between: M-F, 8:45 AM - 6:30 PM and Sat, 8:45 AM - 4:30 PM. 4+ days a week, 30-40 hours per week available to work Saturdays. Full shifts (8-10 hours).