Dental Therapist

Job overview

The Dental Therapist position is onsite in Neillsville, WI; compensation is not specified. Family Health Center's dental service provides preventive and restorative care under dentist supervision. The therapist delivers patient-centered dental care within Wisconsin's defined scope of practice, supporting oral health, disease prevention, and coordinated treatment. The role collaborates with dentists and the broader care team to promote continuity, safety, and quality of care.

What you'll do

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in collaboration with a supervising dentist
• perform authorized preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures
• provide restorative services within Wisconsin's dental therapy scope
• collaborate on treatment plans
• educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
• document care in the electronic dental record
• follow infection prevention and control standards
• assist with medical and dental emergencies
• participate in quality improvement
• maintain instruments and operatory readiness
• maintain licensure and competency
• communicate with patients and care team members.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dental therapist

neillsville wi

family health center

full-time

preventive dental care

restorative dental care

wisconsin license required

associate's degree required

bls certification

patient education

dentist supervision

electronic dental records

infection prevention

patient-centered care

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting requires an associate's degree in Dental Therapy and a Wisconsin Registered Dental Therapist License; BLS certification is required at hire or within three months.

About the employer

Family Health Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.