Our office is looking to expand and add an additional staff member to our already wonderful team! Please find the detailed job description below. We look forward to hearing from you!

DENTAL ASSISTANT

POSITION SUMMARY

Our endodontic assistants are vital clinical team members in taking part in providing dental care to our patients. The main responsibility of our endo assistants is to support the endodontist during procedures, which involves taking X-rays, preparing the treatment area, passing instruments, and providing suction. They also help to educate patients on post-treatment care instructions and assist with patient record-keeping and patient management. Endodontic dental assistants must be familiar with specialized equipment and procedures related to root canal treatment and be able to work closely with the endodontist to ensure patients are comfortable and safe during procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sitting 80%.
• Standing/walking 20%.
• Minimum moving requirements of 35 pounds in order to accept equipment deliveries and pack and unpack office supplies.
• Frequent client and interoffice personnel interaction as this position meets and greets patients and is heavily dependent on excellent customer interaction.
• Hearing – Must be able to hear telephonic equipment and comfortably communicate with patients and others by telephone and in person.
• Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer) as required for business software, and operating office machines.
• Exceptional hand dexterity and typing skills to work with standard software programs provided.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with dental and medical emergencies according to OSHA and office procedures.
• Assist chair side during all procedures.
• Record treatment information in patient records.
• Sterilize and maintain instruments. Set up work trays and turnover rooms.
• Bring patients into rooms and expose dental diagnostic x-rays. Take CBCT scans as needed.
• Actively provide hand instruments and materials as needed to Dentist
• Using and maintaining hazard control protocols as established by OSHA and office standards
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Other duties and tasks, as assigned periodically.

REQUIREMENTS

• Always maintain the highest level of confidentiality to HIPAA standards.
• Adhere to strict safety guidelines and procedures to OSHA and office standards.
• Must always represent the practice in a professional, pleasant, and cooperative manner.
• Maintain regular attendance and adhere to assigned work schedule and office policies.
• Must be able to work both independently and cooperatively in team settings.
• Must be comfortable seeing and able to maintain a professional demeanor and attitude while working around blood and unpleasant smells.
• Must be detail oriented in order to work efficiently in small spaces and maintain patient comfort.
• Must excel in forward thinking in order to anticipate the needs of the doctor as well as the patient.
• Must demonstrate active listening by giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills by talking to others to convey information effectively.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma.
• Previous dental assisting experience highly preferred, however endodontic specific experience is not required. We are happy to train new team members!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 4x10
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Chicago, IL 60618 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60618: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person