Dental Assistant

Hero Practice Services; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare group as a Dental Assistant, where your role is vital in supporting dental care for children in underserved communities. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of young patients. You'll collaborate closely with dentists and hygienists to deliver high-quality care, manage patient records, and ensure compliance with health regulations. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive work environment, this role is perfect for those looking to contribute positively to their community while advancing in their careers.

Benefits

Monthly Bonus Plan

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Disability Insurance

Opportunities for Professional Advancement

Qualifications

• Experience working in a dental office is essential.
• Strong interpersonal skills and desire for growth are key.

Responsibilities

• Provide the best patient experience possible.
• Assist with diagnostic radiographs and maintain a clean environment.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Dental Instruments

Education

Experience in a Dental Office

Tools

Dental Documentation Software

Job description

Pay Range: From $16.50 per hour for entry-level positions up to $25.00 per hour for experienced, well-qualified professionals.

Overview

Hero Practice Services is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist and hygienist in providing high-quality and compassionate care to all patients.

Hero Practice Services is the only practice management company focused on delivering the systems, processes, and people needed to efficiently deliver quality dental, vision, and orthodontic care to children in underserved communities. With offices across the country, we have helped millions of children and young people gain access to the care they need since 2006. Working at Hero is both a career and a calling ... join us, BE A HERO!

The Opportunity

This role offers a unique opportunity to support the Heroes who actively serve the children and young people in our communities by improving their overall health and well-being.

Responsibilities

1. Provide the best patient experience possible.
2. Support optimized schedules and conduct open treatment calls regularly, educating patient parents/guardians on the importance and urgency of pending treatments.
3. Take diagnostic radiographs and intraoral pictures (periapical, bitewings, panoramic) and assist others as needed.
4. Use dental documentation software to locate and manage patient records efficiently.
5. Provide behavior management following guidelines approved by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
6. Maintain a clean, sterile, and patient-centric working environment.
7. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations (OSHA, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, employee handbook).
8. Keep the practice clean and presentable, including cleaning restrooms, patient lobby, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting.
9. Perform other duties that support the business and our mission as needed.

Qualifications

1. Experience working in a dental office.
2. Proficient with hygiene and operative instruments and understanding their proper use.
3. Strong interpersonal skills and a desire for professional growth.
4. Organized with a superior knowledge of dentistry.

Physical Requirements

This position requires a full range of body motion. Employees must regularly sit, walk, and stand; talk or hear; use hands to operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds.

Compensation and Benefits

• Monthly bonus plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, retirement savings plan, disability, and more.
• Opportunities for professional advancement within an established, growing healthcare group.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hero Practice Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.