What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant position at Grand Dental Group?
Company Description
Grand Dental Group is a multi-specialty dental group with 12 locations in the greater Chicago area, dedicated to serving families and individuals in the community. We specialize in Family Dentistry, with expertise in Pediatric, Periodontal, and Orthodontic care. Grand Dental Group welcomes new patients and provides compassionate and timely emergency dental services. Our commitment is to deliver extraordinary care—one neighborhood, one patient, one smile at a time.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site Dental Assistant role located in Lake Zurich, IL. The Assistant will provide essential support to the dentist team, ensuring that procedures are conducted efficiently and patients feel comfortable. Key responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, assisting dental professionals during procedures, maintaining patient records, sterilizing instruments, and managing appointment scheduling and office communications as needed.
Qualifications
- Strong organizational skills, time management, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
- Interpersonal and communication skills to assist patients and work collaboratively within a team.
- Experience in administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and keeping the office running smoothly.
- Ability to handle and sterilize dental instruments and maintain a sterile environment.
- Prior experience in a dental or healthcare setting is a plus.
- Proficiency in using dental software or other relevant office management systems is an advantage.
- High school diploma or equivalent is required; additional certifications such as Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) are beneficial.