Dental Assistant
GPS Dental
Salary undisclosed
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Description
We are seeking a skilled and dependable Dental Assistant with at least one year of experience to join our team. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who is comfortable working chairside, values efficiency, and is committed to delivering high-quality patient care in a team-oriented environment.
Schedule
Tuesday 7-5 Wednesday 7-5
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist chairside during a variety of procedures
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and operatories in accordance with infection control protocols
- Take digital radiographs (X-rays) and intraoral images
- Record and update patient medical histories and clinical notes accurately
- Ensure patient comfort before, during, and after procedures
- Provide patient education on oral hygiene, treatment plans, and post-operative care
- Maintain operatory cleanliness and organization
- Manage inventory and restock supplies as needed
- Support front office duties as needed, including scheduling and patient communication
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Minimum of 1 year of dental assisting experience required
- Dentrix experienced Required
- X-ray certification (or ability to obtain per state requirements)
- Current CPR/BLS certification required
- EFDA certification preferred (if applicable)
- Strong clinical and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience
- Quarterly bonus opportunity
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Modern technology and well-equipped operatories
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience Quarterly bonus opportunity 401(k) with employer matching Professional development and growth opportunities Supportive, team-oriented work environment Modern technology and well-equipped operatories
About this role
GPS Dental in Madison is hiring a part-time Dental Assistant to work Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The role centers on chairside support during various dental procedures, instrument sterilization, taking digital X-rays, and maintaining accurate patient records. You'll also handle patient education, operatory management, and occasional front office tasks like scheduling. The practice uses modern technology including digital charting, iTero, CAD/CAM, and CBCT systems, so comfort with current dental software is important.
You'll need at least one year of dental assisting experience, current X-ray certification, and CPR/BLS certification to qualify. Dentrix experience is required, and EFDA certification is preferred. The role suits someone organized and efficient who can juggle multiple tasks in a busy environment while maintaining a collaborative, patient-focused approach.
The position pays $19–$28 per hour based on experience, with a quarterly bonus opportunity, 401(k) matching, and professional development support. The practice emphasizes a supportive team culture and modern facilities, making it a reasonable fit if you're looking for part-time clinical work with established technology and stability.
Typical pay for this role
$60,000
Typical range: $40,000 to $80,000
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Pay for this role
$19 to $28 per year
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