- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Elgin, IL
Job Description
Dental Assistant
Location: Traveling between Perfect Smiles Frankfort and Perfect Smiles Palos Park
About Us: Perfect Smiles Frankfort and Perfect Smiles Palos Park have been serving the community for over 20 years. We pride ourselves on the family-like atmosphere we've created for both our patients and employees. We are looking to add an experienced Dental Assistant to our team who loves working with patients to achieve their smile goals.
Are you ready to make a difference and join a highly regarded dental team?
Requirements:
Greet patients in the waiting area and escort them to the operatory.
Assist the dentist in the administration of treatment at the chairside as required or directed by the dentist.
Maintain a sterile and neat working environment according to current infection control procedures.
Review health history, make chart entries under the direction of the dentist, and ensure completion of forms and signatures.
Assume responsibility for any duties delegated by the dentist.
Familiarize patients with aspects of their dental visit and provide support and compassion as needed.
Stock operatories and maintain clinical supply inventory.
Review daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments.
Supervise preventive maintenance of dental equipment.
Take digital radiographs.
Follow practice protocols: quality assurance, biohazards, infection control, referral, emergency medicine, implants, perio program, and emergency treatment.
Hours:
Monday and Wednesday: 9:00am - 5:00pm (Palos Park)
Tuesday: 9:00am - 5:00pm (Frankfort)
Thursday: 11:00am - 7:00pm (Frankfort)
Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm (Alternating between Frankfort and Palos Park)
Saturday: TBD
Join us at Perfect Smiles and be part of a team that truly makes a difference in our patients' lives!
