Dental Assistant

ERIE FAMILY HEALTH CENTER • Evanston, IL

27d • $19 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The Dental Assistant, under supervision, assists the dentist with the routine handling of patients, instruments, supplies, and materials. Individual accountabilities and work volume are established in coordination with the Director of Oral Health. The work schedule is aligned with Erie's hours of operation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR certification.
• Computer skills to enter data in Dentrix Dental Software.
• Ability to learn dental terms.
• Ability to communicate well with the dental team and patients.

Nice To Haves

• Dental Assistant certification preferred.
• Knowledge of dental office computer applications is beneficial.
• Bilingual ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient treatment as required by dentists and within state guidelines limiting the functions of dental auxiliaries.
• Prepare patients, set up instrument trays, and prepare materials.
• Maintain clinic instruments, instrument trays, and equipment in a clean and orderly manner, including sterilization, equipment maintenance, and minor cleaning according to established protocols.
• Take, develop, and insert X-rays in patients' files using Dentrix.
• Schedule follow-up visits associated with completing the treatment plan and the next recall visit.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for health care or childcare.
• 401(k) retirement program with Erie matching $0.50 for every $1.00 up to the first 5% of the employee's biweekly salary.
• Annual paid time off starting at 15 days.
• Eight paid holidays.
• Annual merit increases.
• Room for growth and career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED