Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant

By Chippewa Valley Technical College

Location US-WI-Eau Claire

Posting # 2026-2084

Category Staff

Close Date 8/2/2026

Type Full-Time

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Hourly Pay Rate/Salary Starting hourly rate of $18.84 - $23.55. Pay rate will be commensurate with qualifications.

Hours per Week 40

Work Schedule 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday. This position is customer-focused and may require the ability to adjust schedule to meet College, department, and customer needs.

Anticipated Start Date As soon as possible

Overview and Responsibilities

As a part of the CVTC Dental Clinic, the dental assistants assist dentists and dental students with dental care delivery by preparing treatment room, patient, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; and performing procedures in compliance with the dental practice act.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate commitment to customer service standards.
• Start-up clinic in the morning and shutdown at the end of the day, depending on scheduled hours.
• Work with CVTC dental assistant program students participating in their clinical experience.
• Work collaboratively with all staff members to coordinate scheduling for procedures and optimize communication with dentists, staff, faculty, labs, etc.
• Inform patients of office policies and procedures and efficiently obtain informed consent from patients.
• Provide front desk coverage and chart filing as needed.
• Demonstrate flexibility with scheduling and operations.
• Assist multiple clinic dentists; anticipate needs of dentists during procedures to increase productivity without compromising infection control.
• Perform blood pressure checks, take and record vital signs, review medical histories, and report findings to dentist.
• Dispatch lab work appropriately and timely.
• Provide four and six handed delivery of dentistry.
• Provide health education to improve and maintain oral health of patients.
• Monitor clinic to ensure enforcement of safety measures, proper environmental conditions, etc.
• Sterilize dental instruments and equipment for each patient according to infection control guidelines.
• Review and complete weekly maintenance list as a team.
• Update exposure control manual to comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA); Department of Industry, Labor, and Human Relations (DILHR); and Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines on Universal Standards as directed by clinic manager.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Current knowledge of dental materials, products, and procedures.
• Proficient in radiographic technique both analog and digital.
• Knowledge of and proven skills in dental equipment operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge and ability to maintain inventory, order supplies, and submit for approval of clinic manager.
• Ability to educate patients on post-operative instructions.
• Knowledge of American Dental Association (ADA) codes and the Medical Assistance system.
• Knowledge of BadgerCare billing procedures preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and efficiently in order to maintain a productive schedule.
• Ability to adopt new policies and procedures as changes occur within the clinic including use of a new electronic health record associated with "meaningful use".
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to adhere to all safety requirements including OSHA, blood borne pathogen and current infection control training.
• Ability to complete weekly sterilization testing, monitoring and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team in an educational setting.
• Ability to work effectively with CVTC dental assistant, CVTC dental hygiene, and Marquette dental students.
• Ability to model integrity through self-awareness, personal accountability, ethical behavior, quality standards, and sustainable practices.
• Ability to think critically by applying problem solving practices, acquiring relevant information, using technology and other resources appropriately, and evaluating alternatives.
• Ability to communicate effectively by speaking and writing clearly, concisely, and professionally; practicing active listening; reading critically and adapting communication for audience.
• Ability to recognize personal biases, adapt to different cultural situations, and demonstrate a commitment to respectful interactions with persons of various ethnic, cultural, socio-economic, or educational backgrounds.
• Intermediate knowledge of and skills with technology including software programs for communication, data collection, and decision making including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office 365 Suite.

Qualifications:

• Technical diploma in Dental Assistant or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA).
• Minimum of one year of experience as a dental assistant.
• Experience with Patterson Eaglesoft dental software system preferred.
• Bilingual in Hmong or Spanish preferred.
• Current CPR certification; must obtain within three months of hire if not already held.

In evaluating candidates for this position, the College may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform duties of position.

CVTC reserves the right to limit applicant consideration from specific geographic regions when differences in state-level policies, laws, or regulatory frameworks present conflicts with institutional standards and/or fiduciary responsibilities. This practice supports compliance, operational integrity, and alignment with the College's strategic objectives. The College is seeking to attract diverse instructors and staff who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we seek applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits of diversity in a higher education community. Consideration will be given to equity-minded individuals committed to collaborating with faculty, staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps.

Benefits Summary:

• 3 – 4 weeks of paid vacation time based on years of service
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid winter break - varies each year based on academic calendar and, at a minimum, includes days between Christmas and New Year's holidays (some exceptions may apply for essential workers)
• Paid summer break - the week of July 4th.
• 4 paid personal days
• 3 weeks (15 days) paid sick time annually for absences due to illness, injury, or doctor and dentist appointments of the employee, dependent children, spouse, or parents of the employee or spouse; cumulative to 135 days (1,080 hours)
• Paid bereavement time
• Paid volunteer time
• Tuition reimbursement up to $2,500 annually (eligibility requirements apply)
• Health insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents with attached Health Savings Account (HSA); CVTC contributes $3,400 annually for a family plan or $1,700 annually for a single plan to your HSA
• Wellness incentive of up to $600 for employees enrolled in CVTC's health insurance
• $2,500 cash-payment in lieu of CVTC health insurance coverage for employees who have credible coverage through another source
• Dental insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents
• Vision insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents
• Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid by CVTC
• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), CVTC matches 7.2%, vested at 5 years of credible service
• 403(b) tax deferred annuity program
• 457(b) deferred compensation plan
• Section 125 flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development
• Certified Gold Level Family Friendly Workplace (FFW)
• Access to expansive collection of college and public library resources for personal and professional use
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