Dental Assistant II

Department

08670 AMG 811 W Wellington - Dentistry

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Mon 830a- 6p, Tues 830a-5p, Wed 830a-6p, Thurs 830a-4p, Fri 830a-4p

Pay Range

$21.85 - $32.80

Job Description Summary

• Under the supervision of the Manager and the Program Coordinator, the Dental Assistant II will provide operational, administrative, and patient support services for the Mobile Dental Program. This role supports access to care for pediatric and special needs populations by coordinating patient scheduling, registration, follow-up, and mobile dental program operations.
  
  

Where You Will Work

Advocate Medical Group (AMG) is part of Advocate Health, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health systems. With more than 350 locations across Illinois and Wisconsin, AMG offers a wide range of specialties and services, including primary care, medical and surgical care, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, and more. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve. Joining AMG means being part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment where innovation and quality care thrive.

What You'll Do

Schedule: Mon 830a- 6p, Tues 830a-5p, Wed 830a-6p, Thurs 830a-4p, Fri 830a-4p

• Assist in the coordination and delivery of care within a mobile dental unit in community settings.
• Prepare and maintain mobile operatories and equipment.
• Support patient registration, intake, and check-in processes at community sites.
• Coordinate patient flow and assist with documentation and record management.
• Schedule appointments and manage mobile clinic schedules.
• Communicate with patients, families, schools, and community partners regarding appointments and program services.
• Conduct follow-up communications and recall outreach.
• Assist with obtaining and maintaining required patient forms and documentation.
• Support care coordination for pediatric and special needs patients.
• Participate in community outreach events and mobile program activities as assigned.
  
  

Clinic And Administrative Support

• Schedule patient appointments and manage provider schedules.
• Check patients in and out of appointments.
• Verify patient demographic and insurance information as applicable.
• Coordinate referrals and follow-up appointments.
• Contact patients regarding treatment plans, missed appointments, and recall visits.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation within the electronic health record.
• Assist with inventory management and supply ordering.
• Ensure treatment rooms, equipment, and supplies are organized and ready for patient care.
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize instruments and equipment in accordance with infection control standards.
• Maintain stocked, organized, and functional treatment areas.
• Perform basic laboratory procedures as assigned.
• Support quality improvement and patient satisfaction initiatives.
• Place an emphasis on patient safety, compliance, and high-quality patient service.
  
  

Expectations

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered service.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, community partners, and team members.
• Maintain a professional and respectful environment.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Attend required trainings and team meetings.
• Comply with all regulatory, safety, infection control, and organizational requirements.
  
  

About this Location:

As a hospital-based dental service, our team of dentists, oral surgeons, residents, clinical staff and support are exceptionally well trained and equipped to meet the needs of patients with medical complexity, special needs, or who may require sedation or anesthesia for dental treatment.

We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years dental assistant.
• Good communication skills. Good customer service skills.
• Current CPR certification. (will provide upon hire)
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) highly preferred.
  
  

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Current CPR certification. (will provide upon hire)
• Completion of Coronal Polishing/Application of Pit & Fissure Sealant Course Approved by the Illinois State Dental Society.
• If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
  
  

Our Commitment To You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
  
  

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
  
  

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.