Dental Assistant

Elite Dental Partners; Homewood (IL); In loco; USD 28.000 - 34.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

401k

Descrizione del lavoro

Elite Dental Partners is seeking a Dental Assistant who shares a passion for patient care and education in a welcoming environment. You will support dentists and hygienists with charting, operatory setup, and patient education while ensuring a high-quality experience throughout the appointment.

The role requires completion of a dental assisting program, radiology certification, and strong communication skills. Full-time on-site benefits are included as described.

Competenze

• Completion of a dental assisting program and radiology certification required by the State Dental Board.
• Experience as a dental assistant preferred.
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills and strong communication with the team.

Mansioni

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists by charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up.
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment.
• Take and process X-Rays.
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files.
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories.
• Educate patients on the importance of their oral health and how it is best maintained.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Formazione

Dental assisting program completion

Radiology certification

State Dental Board certification requirements

Strumenti

Dentrix

Descrizione del lavoro

A team that is aligned and patient-focused creates a great environment for patients, and for you as a member of the team. This is what we strive to be and who we want to join us in providing the best care possible for patients to help our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence.

We are seeking aDental Assistantthat shares our passion for patient care and education, as well as creating a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists by charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment
• Take and process X-Rays
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories
• Educate patients on the importance of their oral health and how it is best maintained

Qualifications

• Completion of a dental assisting program, certification as required by the State Dental Board
• Radiology certification required to be compliant with the State Dental Board
• Dental assisting experience preferred
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with a dental software, experience with Dentrix preferred
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to partnering with all team members to create a great environment

As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy a rewarding career with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits for full-time Dental Assistants include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• 401k

An equal opportunity employer and an advocate for diversity and inclusion

Hourly rate

$20 - $25 USD

We take great pride in helping our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence. Daily, we are driven by our vision to provide an elite patient experience tailored to their needs to receive the best care possible.

Not only do our team members find it rewarding to help patients be healthier, but they also enjoy being part of an organization that supports their growth. Our commitment to professional development and promoting internally when appropriate allows for tremendous career opportunities.