Experienced Dental Assistant

Experienced Dental Assistant — 5+ Years Required

Plover / Stevens Point Area Monday–Thursday | 7:00 a.m.–4:00/4:30 p.m.

Pay: $24–$27 per hour, based on experience and clinical skills.

Bring your experience to a practice where preparation, teamwork, and excellent patient care truly matter.

Our privately owned dental practice is seeking an experienced dental assistant who takes pride in their work and enjoys contributing to a strong, supportive team. We’re looking for someone with advanced clinical skills, a dependable work ethic, and a professional, patient‑centered approach.

We value compassionate care, honesty, gratitude, and continuous growth. A successful day here depends on everyone preparing thoroughly, communicating clearly, and stepping in where help is needed.

What you’ll bring

• At least five years of hands-on dental assisting experience.
• Confident chairside assisting skills and the ability to proactively anticipate clinical steps.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and thorough preparation for each appointment.
• A calm, reassuring manner that helps patients feel comfortable and confident.
• Consistent adherence to infection control, sterilization protocols, and patient confidentiality.
• Dependability, punctuality, and follow-through.
• Respectful, direct communication and a willingness to learn and receive feedback.

What teamwork looks like here

You take ownership of your responsibilities while staying aware of the needs of the entire office. You help with room turnover, instruments, patient flow, and other tasks that support the day. When challenges arise, you communicate professionally, offer solutions, and work collaboratively to resolve them.

Experience we especially value

Experience with restorative procedures, crowns, extractions, digital radiographs, and intraoral scanning is helpful. Familiarity with Dentrix, Dexis, and CAD/CAM dentistry is a plus.

What you can expect

• A Monday–Thursday schedule, beginning at 7:00 a.m. and typically ending between 4:00 and 4:30 p.m.
• A privately owned practice where your experience and ideas are valued.
• Clear expectations and an emphasis on high-quality patient care.
• Leadership that is accessible, supportive, and open to thoughtful suggestions.
• Continued learning, coaching, and professional development.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and retirement benefits (subject to eligibility and practice policies).

If you enjoy dentistry, take pride in being prepared, and value a workplace built on mutual respect and shared responsibility, we would like to hear from you.

To apply: Submit your résumé through this posting, along with a brief note describing your dental assisting experience and what you contribute to a successful team.

Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 34.0 – 36.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• Wellness program

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person