Dental Assistant: Chairside & Four-Hand Dentistry

Chicagofamilyhealth; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS Medical PPO/HMO

BCBS Dental

VSP Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

11 Paid Holidays and 10 Days PTO

2 Personal Days

8 sick days

Job summary

Chicagofamilyhealth in South Chicago/Pullman, IL is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to join our team and provide chairside assistance. You will chart the mouth, record medical/dental histories, and assist in four-handed dentistry under the dentist's directions.

The ideal candidate has a Dental Assistant Diploma, CPR certification, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced dental clinic.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Dental Assistant Diploma is required.
• CPR certification is required and maintained.
• Knowledge of dental materials and equipment.
• Coronal polishing and sealant application certificate.

Responsibilities

• Maintains cleanliness of equipment in operations, lab, and sterilization room.
• Sets up instrument trays, sterilizes instruments, and stocks operatories.
• Removes oral debris using water, air, and vacuum devices.
• Molds dental material as directed by the dentist.
• Receives removable prosthesis for cleaning/repair.
• Seats patients and prepares them for procedures.
• Take patient vital signs—blood pressure and pulse.
• Apply Pit and Fissure Sealants.
• Performs coronal polishing to remove plaque and stains.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

High-stress work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant Diploma

Job description

Chicagofamilyhealth in South Chicago/Pullman, IL is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to join our team and provide chairside assistance. You will chart the mouth, record medical/dental histories, and assist in four-handed dentistry under the dentist's directions.

The ideal candidate has a Dental Assistant Diploma, CPR certification, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced dental clinic.