Dental Assistant - Patient Care in a Tech-Savvy Team

Heartland Dental LLC; Effingham (IL); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Effingham Dental Group is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our team. You will greet patients, review health histories, and assist dentists with a range of procedures using modern technology in a patient-first environment.

The role emphasizes team collaboration, accuracy in record keeping, and adherence to safety protocols. OHSA guidelines and HIPAA training are integral to daily responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
• Experience in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• HIPAA training and PHI data safeguards.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey and educate throughout treatment.
• Review patient health history to ensure quality care.
• Take and process X-rays and diagnostic assessments (e.g., iTero 3D scanner).
• Provide chairside assistance to dentists during procedures in line with state practice acts.
• Use Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping.

Skills

Dental procedures knowledge

Fast-paced environment

Communication skills

HIPAA/PHI protection

Education

Dental assistant certification

X-ray certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Effingham Dental Group is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our team. You will greet patients, review health histories, and assist dentists with a range of procedures using modern technology in a patient-first environment.

The role emphasizes team collaboration, accuracy in record keeping, and adherence to safety protocols. OHSA guidelines and HIPAA training are integral to daily responsibilities.