Dental Assistant Float

Join our dynamic team at Gundersen Health System as a Dental Assistant Float. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across multiple specialties, including Oral Surgery, Endodontics, Periodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, and Prosthodontics. Gundersen Health System is a physician-led enterprise known for providing high-quality healthcare services across the Wisconsin region.

Position: Dental Assistant Float

FTE: 0.8 or 32 hours a week

Primary Locations: Downtown Dental Specialties, Main Clinic La Crosse

Secondary Locations: Tomah Gundersen Clinic, Winona Dental Specialties Clinic

Schedule: Monday - Friday (with one day off each week, often Friday but not always)

Core Hours: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (start and end times vary depending on the team)

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist dental professionals during examinations and procedures across various specialties
• Prepare and maintain treatment areas and dental instruments
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays)
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care
• Manage patient records and appointments
• Ensure compliance with infection control protocols

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• CPR for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning)
• 6 months of experience in a dental setting is required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to different teams and work environments

What We Offer:

• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Starting hourly rate of $18.31/hr + more for experience
• Float differential of $1.25/hr
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to be part of a respected health system that values patient care and community health

If you are a flexible and passionate dental professional eager to make a difference in patients' lives, we encourage you to apply for this exciting float position!

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267.

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