Dental assistant; RDA​/CDA)

Small Practice. Big Heart. Great Team.

We’re a small, patient-focused dental practice looking for someone who wants to be part of a team—not just fill a position.

We offer a friendly, supportive environment where everyone knows each other, teamwork matters, and your contributions are appreciated. If you enjoy getting to know your patients, working with a great team, and being part of a practice that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you!

Come grow with our team and find a dental home where you can feel valued and appreciated.

• Established Practice Environment
  - Established in 1963, Nakoma Dental has served the Madison community for generations. We are a private dental practice focused on providing high-quality, personalized care in a comfortable and supportive environment without a high-volume approach.
• Unhurried Patient Care
  - We prioritize quality over quantity by offering 1-hour appointments, allowing you to focus on one patient at a time and build meaningful relationships while utilizing modern dental technology.
• Excellent Work-Life Balance
  - Enjoy flexible scheduling with full-time or part-time opportunities available. There are absolutely no evening or weekend hours required, giving you the time you need for your personal life.

• $21 - $24 per hour
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

• Flexible schedule

• Monday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Closed 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm for lunch

Enjoy flexible scheduling with full-time or part-time opportunities available. There are absolutely no evening or weekend hours required, giving you the time you need for your personal life.

• License & Certification:
  Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Registered dental assistant / Certified dental assistant
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient Care:
  Gentle, compassionate, and patient-centered approach
• Teamwork:
  Dependable and able to work well as part of a team
• Experience:
  
  New graduates are welcome to apply

We are looking for a friendly, dependable, and motivated Dental Assistant to join our dental team! We are seeking someone who enjoys working with patients, takes pride in providing excellent care, and thrives in a team-oriented dental office. The ideal candidate is organized, compassionate, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced clinical environment.

• Assist the dentist during examinations, procedures, and treatment
• Prepare treatment rooms and ensure all instruments and materials are ready
• Take and develop dental X-rays as permitted by state requirements
• Assist with patient seating, charting, and treatment documentation
• Provide patients with clear and compassionate care before, during, and after treatment
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment according to infection‑control standards
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked operatories
• Assist with laboratory procedures and dental impressions as needed
• Take digital scans, photographs, and other diagnostic records when needed
• Help with patient flow and communicate effectively with the front office and clinical team
• Follow OSHA, CDC, and office infection‑control protocols
• Maintain a positive, professional, and welcoming environment for our patients

• Dental assisting experience preferred
• Dental Assistant certification/credentials as required by the state of Wisconsin
• Radiography certification preferred or required as applicable
• Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Dependable, organized, and detail-oriented
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• Positiv…