Responsibilities:
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment
- Take and import dental x-rays
- Perform dental charting and record medical documentation
- Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Assist with dental lab tasks such as pouring models and fabricating whitening trays and removable case products. Entering cases in software.
- Schedule patient appointments and maintain patient records
- Maintain a clean and organized dental office environment
-Willing to help front desk when asked
Requirements: ( we will consider non registered based on experience)
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an accredited dental assisting program or equivalent experience
- Current CPR certification
- Proficiency in Dentrix or similar dental software
- Experience with medical imaging and CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software is a plus
- Knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and patient assessment techniques
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a team
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
-Certifications recommended, but not required and can be earned during employment.
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Dental Assistant to join our team. Open Monday-Thursday. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, a supportive work environment with a great team, and opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about providing quality dental care and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Paid time off
Ability to Commute:
- Smithton, IL 62285 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Smithton, IL 62285: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
