Dental Assistant (Endodontic Office) - META ENDODONTICS - Deerfield, IL

Permanent Dentist Job

Deerfield, IL

Job Description

Description:
Job Title: Dental Assistant
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Deerfield, Illinois
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for patient care and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment. As a Dental Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting the Endodontist in providing high-quality dental care to our patients.
Responsibilities
You will ensure excellent patient service and manage administrative and basic dental tasks to support the Endodontist. Focused on patient care, you’ll answer patients' needs, concerns, and questions, ensuring they are relaxed and comfortable during their visit. Responsibilities include:

Welcoming patients to the dental office
Preparing patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort
Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
Sterilizing instruments according to regulations
Assisting the dentist with 4-handed dentistry
Providing oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keeping the dental room clean and well-stocked
Scheduling appointments and post-op visits
Maintaining accurate patient records
Assisting with payment procedures
Must be able to work four, ten-hour shifts a week

As a vital member of our office, you will also help facilitate and coordinate other office responsibilities as needed. Requirements:
You are a resourceful Dental Assistant who is passionate about helping patients receive exceptional care and supporting the Dentist. You are motivated by seeing patients leave healthier, happier, and more comfortable. A kind, collaborative problem-solver, you can adjust proactively to shifting priorities and value the opportunity to make a positive impact.
You also have the following qualifications:

At least 1-2 years of proven experience as a Dental Assistant; specialty experience is preferred
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma
Certificate from an accredited dental assistant program (if required by law)
Active state radiology license (if required by law)

If this sounds like you, you will fit right in with our team!

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