Dental Assistant I & II (PRN)

Triad Adult & Pediatric Medicine, Inc.; The Pointe (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Triad Adult & Pediatric Medicine, Inc. seeks a dedicated Dental Assistant (I and II) to support pediatric care and ensure smooth clinic operation. You will assist the dental team, prepare operatories, sterilize instruments, and help with X-rays and charting in Epic Wisdom.

The role emphasizes patient comfort, infection control, and accurate documentation, with responsibilities in both clinical and administrative tasks to maintain efficient workflow.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in 4-handed dentistry to support pediatric care.
• Solid infection control practices per OSHA/CDC guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Take and process dental X-rays (with proper certification).
• Perform basic lab tasks (pouring/trimming models).
• Take impressions for study models/orthodontic appliances.
• Apply fluoride and sealants (if qualified).
• Polish coronal surfaces (if qualified).
• Record all findings in the EHR (Epic Wisdom) following HIPAA.

Skills

4-handed dentistry

Infection control

Patient comfort

X-ray imaging

HIPAA compliance

EHR knowledge

Tools

Epic Wisdom

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Dental Assistant (I and II) to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist the dental team in providing high-quality pediatric patient care and ensure the smooth operation of the dental office.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that all operatories are ready for patients prior to clinic hours/end of day
• Proficiency in 4-handed dentistry, prioritizing patient comfort
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and dental equipment.
• Take and process dental X-rays (with proper certification).
• Perform basic lab tasks, such as pouring and trimming dental models.
• Take impressions of patients' teeth for study models or orthodontic appliances.
• Apply fluoride treatments and sealants (if qualified and permitted).
• Perform coronal polishing (if qualified and permitted)
• Accurately record all medical/dental findings, results and outcomes in the EHR (Epic Wisdom) in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
• Sequence and appoint comprehensive treatment plans in Wisdom
• Provide post-operative care instructions to patients.
• Ensure infection control by following OSHA and CDC guidelines.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Schedule and confirm patient appointments in Wisdom according to effective scheduling policies.
• Maintain and update patient records.
• Assist with billing, insurance claims, and payment processing.
• Order and manage dental supplies and inventory.
• Greet and check in patients, ensuring a smooth office workflow.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure the delivery of all dental treatment and care is consistent with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards, including clinic policies and quality initiatives.
• Participate in peer review and TAPM Quality Assurance/Improvement surveys and actions.