Dental Assistant-Monona Clinic

Job Description Job Description First Choice Dental Exceptional Care Starts With Exceptional People About Us At First Choice Dental, we believe that when we take exceptional care of our people, our people take exceptional care of our patients. Our team is built on compassion, collaboration, service, and a commitment to creating outstanding experiences for every patient who walks through our doors. We are seeking a positive, dependable, and patient-focused Dental Assistant who thrives in a team-centered environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional care. Our Mission "We take exceptional care of our people, and our people take exceptional care of our patients." Our Core Values - Servanthood - We lead with kindness and a heart to serve others - Unity - We work together as one team with one purpose - Passion - We bring energy, positivity, and commitment to every patient interaction - Humility - We remain teachable, respectful, and grounded - Thankfulness - We lead with gratitude and appreciation for one another Position Summary The Dental Assistant is a key clinical support role responsible for helping deliver an exceptional patient experience while ensuring efficient clinical operations. This individual partners closely with dentists and clinical teams to prepare treatment rooms, assist during procedures, maintain sterilization standards, and support patient education and comfort. What You'll Do - Assist dentists during dental procedures while maintaining patient comfort and efficiency - Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials before appointments - Take and organize dental X-rays as permitted by state regulations - Ensure all equipment and instruments are properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained - Follow OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control standards - Welcome and prepare patients for treatment in a warm and professional manner - Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care - Maintain accurate patient records within Dentrix or other systems - Assist with scheduling coordination and inventory management - Support a positive, team-centered office culture Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent required - Dental Assisting education or training preferred, but not required - Ability to learn dental software systems quickly - Strong communication and organizational skills Preferred Qualifications: - Previous dental office experience - Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential - Experience with Dentrix software - Dental radiography certification Why Join First Choice Dental? At First Choice Dental, we are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel supported, appreciated, and empowered to grow. We believe culture matters, leadership matters, and people matter. If you are looking for a career where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on patients and teammates every day, we would love to meet you. Clinic hours are 7:00am-5:00pm and schedules may vary