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Dental Assistant

ETHAN E LAWLER DDS SC, Lake Nebagamon, WI, United States


Dental Assistant

at Lawler Family Dentistry (Lake Nebagamon, WI)

Job Summary: Lawler Family Dentistry seeks a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well‑organized and pay great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.

Benefits

401(k) and 401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training and development

Job Type & Pay
Full‑time (or Part‑time) • $18.00 – $23.00 per hour (starting training wage)

Responsibilities

Welcome patients into the treatment room and make them feel comfortable

Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have

Take vital signs and accurately record medical history

Utilize dental technologies throughout the office; must understand computers and software

Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures

Assist the dentist during procedures and exams such as fillings, crowns, and dental surgeries

Post‑procedure clean‑up

Generally chairside assisting of dentists and hygienists

Properly explain each treatment and their options to patients

Chart patients when indicated for proper diagnosis

Take dental X‑rays

Qualifications

Empathy and compassion for people

Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions

Good communication skills

Strong attention to detail

A willingness to learn and grow

Knowledge of dental procedures

Ability to provide high‑quality patient care

Ability to take X‑rays, make dental impressions, read blood pressure, etc.

Ability to prepare and sterilize exam room and dentistry tools

Understanding of common dental materials

Ability to multitask and solve problems

Excellent organizational skills

Literacy in computers and applications

Tracking and ordering necessary supplies

Please note: If working with blood makes you uncomfortable, we have front‑office staffing options available.

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