Dental Assistant - OMFS Full time Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare•Chicago, IL

8d•$23 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking an OMFS (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery) Dental Assistant to join the Northwestern Medicine team. This role involves providing direct patient care in an outpatient and inpatient setting, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and collaborating with dentists and other professionals on treatment plans. The Dental Assistant will also be involved in patient discharge and home care planning, ongoing training, and timely medical documentation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
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.

Nice To Haves

Certification from an accredited dental assistant program preferred.
At least one year experience working in a dental assistant role

Responsibilities

Greets and prepares patients for dental examinations and treatments.
Assists the 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 order 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.
Provides direct patient care for an established five days per week in an outpatient setting, and inpatient setting as needed.
Ensure the dental clinic complies with health and safety regulations.
Designs and implement 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.
Promotes and maintains professional working relationship with interdisciplinary team.
Maintains/promotes open communication with interdisciplinary team.
Attends/contributes to monthly departmental and discipline-specific service meetings.