Dental Assistant

Erie Family Health Center; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid time off

Holidays and retirement plan

Job summary

Erie Family Health Centers in Chicago and suburbs seeks a Dental Assistant to support the dentist with patient care, instruments, and materials. The role follows state guidelines and contributes to a smooth clinical workflow.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, CPR certification, and dental assistant certification preferred. Dentrix software experience and strong communication with patients and team members are required or highly desirable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR certification required.
• Dental Assistant certification preferred.
• Experience with Dentrix or dental software preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Bilingual abilities a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the treatment of patients as required by dentists and within state guidelines.
• Prepares patients, sets up instrument trays and prepares materials.
• Maintains clinic instruments and sterilization procedures.
• Takes and inserts x-rays in patients' files (Dentrix).
• Schedules follow-up visits and recalls per treatment plan.

Skills

Dental software knowledge

Communication skills

Bilingual (plus)

Learn dental terms

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

Dental Assistant certification preferred

Tools

Dentrix Dental Software

Job description

Join the Erie team! Motivated by the belief that healthcare is a human right, we provide high quality affordable care to support healthier people, families, and communities. Erie delivers holistic care to help every member of the family stay healthy and active from infancy through adulthood. Since 1957, we have provided high-quality care to diverse patients most in need, regardless of their insurance status, immigration status, or ability to pay.Erie Family Health Centers, a top workplace in Chicago and suburbs, is looking for a valuable addition to our Oral Health team! The Dental Assistant, under supervision, assists the dentist in the routine handling of patients, instruments, supplies, and materials. Individual accountabilities and work volume will be established in coordination with the Director of Oral Health.At Erie, we are proud to provide competitive salaries, high-quality health care plans, generous time off benefits, retirement benefits, and more! Erie Full Time employees are eligible for Erie’s Full Benefits Package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance and Flexible Spending (FSA) for Health Care or Childcare. Retirement Programs: 401(k) program with Erie matching $0.50 for every $1.00 up to the first 5% of the employee’s biweekly salary. Annual Paid Time Off: starting at 15 days of PTO, and 8 paid holidays. Competitive salary, annual merit increases, plus room for growth and career advancement.Compensation is based on each candidate’s experience, skills and education within the range identified for the role. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements of the role will start at entry in the range. Any additional skills, experience and education will be reflected in the compensation offered.Main Duties & ResponsibilitiesAssists with the treatment of patients as required by dentists and within the state guidelines limiting functions of dental auxiliaries.Prepares patients, sets up instrument trays and prepares materials.Maintains clinic instruments, instrument trays, equipment in a clean and orderly manner, including sterilization, equipment maintenance and minor cleaning operations according to established protocols.Takes develops and inserts x-ray in patients’ files (Dentrix).Schedules all follow up visits associated to complete the treatment plan and the next recall visit.The work schedule for this role is aligned with Erie's hours of operations.Other duties as assigned.EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent required.CPR certification required.Dental Assistant certification preferred.Skills and KnowledgeKnowledge of dental office computer applications is beneficial.Computer skills to enter data in the Dentrix Dental Software.Ability to learn dental terms.Ability to communicate well with the dental team and the patients.Bilingual is a plusThe Erie Advantage Pledge:WORKING TOGETHER FOR WHAT MATTERS MOSTErie makes a pledge that all current and future employees can feel confident that:Our mission, vision, and values unite us.Our voices matter.We do things well.Our inclusive culture promotes balance and belonging.We find our career sweet spot at Erie.