Dental Assistant - OMFS Full time Days

Job Description

Sought after OMFS (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery) Dental Assistant
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am to 4:30pm

Responsibilities

• Greets and prepares patients for dental examinations and treatments.
• Affords assistance to dentists during procedures by handing instruments, suctioning, and performing basic dental tasks.
• Takes dental x-rays and manages radiation safety protocols.
• Educates patients on post-operative care, proper oral hygiene techniques, and preventive habits.
• Sterilizes and prepares dental instruments and equipment.
• Maintains inventory of dental supplies and orders as necessary.
• Records patient medical history and treatment plans in electronic format.
• Performs basic laboratory tasks, such as making impressions and dental casts.
• Participates with other team members in patient care planning through verbal and written communications.
• Provides clear, concise patient care documentation as per departmental standards.
• Administration of Work:
• Provides direct patient care for an established five days per week in an outpatient setting, and inpatient setting as needed.
• Ensures the dental clinic complies with health and safety regulations.
• Designs and implements appropriate treatment plans with the dentists and other dental professionals to provide quality patient care.
• Participates in patient discharge and home care planning to facilitate the continuity of patient care.
• Participates in ongoing training and professional development.
• Completes all related medical documentation in a timely and accurate manner and in accordance with established policies and standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Certification from an accredited dental assistant program preferred.
• CPR BLS certification through American Heart Association (AHA).
• Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and instruments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in computer skills and dental software applications.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity to handle instruments and perform tasks requiring precision.

Preferred

• At least one year experience working in a dental assistant role.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.