Job Title: Dental Assistant

Minimum Qualifications:Minimum of High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) with two (2) years of experience required. Experience working with families preferred. Must have excellent communication, phone, and organizational skills. Willingness and ability to become certified for coronal polishing and pit/fissure sealants within 12 months of employment.

This position requires an individual be physically able to meet the demands of the job including bending, squatting, and lifting to 25 pounds; bending for up to one (1) hour to work chairside; and providing safe restraint of a child during a procedure. Must have a dependable vehicle or use during work hours, valid Illinois Driver’s License, and appropriate auto insurance. Must have the ability to work with diverse community groups. Responsible at all times to protect the confidentiality of each client’s file.

Salary: $ 17.53/hr

Position Benefits: - 35 hr. work week

- 12-14 Holidays per yr. plus have your Birthday off

- 2 weeks’ vacation after 1st year of employment

- 1 day of sick leave accumulated monthly

- Partial employer contribution to IMRF retirement plan

- Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance; Dental and Vision available

- Discounts on Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile wireless plans

- Gym membership discounts (Downtown Fitness, DISC)

How to Apply: Applications can be picked up at the Macon County Health Department Front Desk at 1221 E. Condit, Decatur, Illinois, or you can go to our website, www.maconchd.org to print a copy of the application. Completed applications should be emailed to hr@maconchd.org.

The Macon County Health Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31,900.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Pediatrics

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person