Dental Assistant

About the role

Endodontic Associates of Illinois - Oakbrook Terrace is seeking a talented Dental Assistant to join their busy specialty practice. They aim to improve the lives of their patients by providing a world-class specialty experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure excellent patient service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the Dentist’s shoulders.
• Help keep the patient relaxed and comfortable during their visit, being the patients go to resource during their visit.
• Welcoming patients to the dental office.
• Preparing patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort.
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Assisting the dentist through 4-handed dentistry.
• Providing oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
• Keeping the dental room clean and well-stocked.
• Scheduling appointments and post op visits.
• Maintaining accurate patient records.
• Aiding in payment procedures.

Requirements

• At least 1+ years of proven experience as dental assistant, specialty is preferred.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks.
• Good computer skills.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• A strong attention to detail.
• Well-organized and reliable.
• A high school diploma.
• A certificate from an accredited dental assistant program (if required by law).
• An active state radiology license (if required by law).
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to operate standard office equipment.
• Must be able to assist patients safely in and out of chairs or treatment areas.
• Must be able to maintain clinical positioning for extended periods.
• Must be able to work around medical equipment and instruments.
• Must be able to adhere to OSHA and infection control standards.
• Must be able to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements.
• Must be able to respond quickly in emergency situations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Certificate from an accredited dental assistant program (if required by law).
• An active state radiology license (if required by law).

Skills

• Resourceful.
• Passionate.
• Collaborative.
• Proactive.
• Problem-solving.

Benefits & Perks

• BCBS Medical & Dental insurance options.
• VSP Vision Coverage.
• Complimentary Life Insurance Policy (employee only).
• Pet Insurance Coverage.
• 401(k) plan with match options.
• HSA / FSA Account Access.
• Identity Theft Protection.
• Legal Services Package.
• Hospital/Accident/Critical Care Coverage.
• Paid Time Off.