Dental Assistant

DENTAL ASSISTANT wanted for Fun upbeat practice!

We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.

Responsibilities

Welcome customers in the dental office Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed Sterilize instruments according to regulations Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry Undertake lab tasks as instructed Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions Keep treatment room clean and well-stocked Schedule appointments Maintain accurate patient records Skills

Proven experience as dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus Good computer skills Excellent communication and people skills Attention to detail Well-organized and reliable High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred or experience Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA) Spanish is a plus not required Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $44,551.00 - $65,677.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off

Schedule:

Monday-Friday and every other Saturday. Hours will be discussed. Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

Romeoville, IL 60446: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience:

Dental assisting: 1 year (Required) Work Location: In person