Dental Assistant- Green Bay

At N.E.W. Community Clinic, we believe healthcare is a human right-not a privilege. Our people are the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to the communities we serve. When you join NEWCC, you become part of a collaborative, purpose-driven team where your contributions matter-and where your work makes a meaningful difference every day.

More than a job, you'll find purpose here. Come join our amazing dental team today!

• Responsible for assisting the dentist(s) and dental hygienist(s) in the direct provision of primary care dental services to patients of the center.
• Responsible for sterilization, preparation and inventory control of dental instruments and supplies.
• Serves as dentist's or dental hygienist's chair-side assistant.
• Prepares operatory for patient treatment as per dental department protocols and the dentist's or dental hygienist's directions.
• Properly captures digital radiographs that are diagnostic (root apices/no overlapping). Radiographs properly labeled.
• Performs independent procedures as delegated and directed by the dentist in accordance with state regulations, laws, dental department directives, and protocols.
• Monitors patient flow, and assists the dental director, dentist(s) and dental hygienist(s) in assuring that all patient records and documents are properly and accurately completed and filed.
• Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and post-operative instructions
• Insures the proper disposal of all contaminated or potentially contaminated materials in accordance with dental department directive, center policy, as well as state and federal regulation(s).
• Participates in appropriate health promotion/disease prevention activities, both on-site and off-site as required.
• Travels when necessary to meet operational needs.

• Completion of accredited course in dental assisting required or current CDA (Certified Dental Assistant) but willing to train the right person!
• Ability to attend to multiple tasks at the same time and to prioritize assignments and responsibilities to ensure compliance with established deadlines and protocols.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English are required. Effective oral communication skills in Spanish preferred.
• Must be qualified in basic life support techniques/CPR.
• Bilingual preferred
  - Spanish Speaking

Salary: $20.00 - $28.17 per hour