Dental Assistant
Job Description
Dental Assistant – Join a Growing, Team-Focused Private Practice
Area Dental Clinic | Watertown, WI Full-Time | Competitive Pay + Excellent Benefits 2+ Years of Dental Assisting Experience Preferred, Open to Training the Right Candidate
Are you looking for more than just “another dental office job”?
At Area Dental Clinic, we’re building a team of positive, motivated people who genuinely enjoy working together and providing exceptional patient care. We are a modern, growing private practice searching for a Dental Assistant who is dependable, team-oriented, and excited to grow professionally in a supportive, fast-paced environment.
Whether you’re highly experienced or looking to continue building your clinical skills, we provide strong mentorship, advanced technology, and a collaborative atmosphere where team members are valued and appreciated.
Why Join Area Dental Clinic?
- Well-established, highly rated private practice
- Modern technology and updated equipment
- Supportive doctors and experienced team
- Positive, patient-focused team
- Opportunity to expand your skills and grow professionally
- Fast-paced environment that keeps every day engaging and rewarding
What You’ll Do
As a Dental Assistant, you’ll play a key role in delivering an exceptional patient experience while working closely with our doctors, assistants, hygienists, and front office team.
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting doctors during restorative and surgical procedures
- Preparing and turning over operatories efficiently
- Taking high-quality diagnostic radiographs
- Sterilization and infection control
- Educating and supporting patients before and after treatment
- Collaborating with teammates to maintain smooth daily operations
- Helping create a welcoming, caring atmosphere for patients
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum of 2 years of dental assisting experience
- Ability to take diagnostic-quality radiographs
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Positive attitude and team mentality
- Dependable with excellent attendance
- Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- Eagerness to learn and continue growing professionally
Full-Time Schedule
- Monday: 11:40 AM – 7:10 PM
- Tuesday: 6:10 AM – 1:40 PM
- Wednesday: 6:10 AM – 1:40 PM
- Thursday: 8:40 AM – 5:10 PM
- Friday: 6:10 AM – 1:40 PM
Enjoy consistent hours and early afternoons on most days to support work-life balance.
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package including:
- Competitive hourly wage based on experience
- Bonus opportunities
- Health insurance
- Paid vacation
- Dental benefits
- 401(k)
- Continuing education opportunities
- Uniform stipend
If you’re looking for a long-term opportunity with a team that values culture, growth, and patient care, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of a practice where your work truly makes a difference.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- What makes you a standout candidate?
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Watertown, WI 53094 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Benefits
Collaborate with healthcare professionals • Private practice • Chairside assisting • Direct patient care • Teamwork • Dental office • Dental assisting • Hourly pay • Full-time • Mid-level • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Dental insurance • 401(k) • Surgery • Dental sterilization procedures • Paid time off • Bonus opportunities • Dental clinic • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • 401(k) matching • In-person • Employee discount • 2 years • Communication skills • Health education and counseling • Life insurance
Job Details
- Job Type
- Full-time
- Salary
- 20 - 25 USD hourly (40,000 - 50,000 USD annually)
- Median for Dental Assistant in WI: $50k/yr
- Specialty
- Dental Assistant
- Posted
- May 8, 2026
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