Certified Dental Assistant

Chicago Smile Design • Chicago, IL, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 2h ago

About Us: Our practice is a patient-centered dental office with a focus on general dentistry, including Invisalign, cosmetics, implants, and Botox. We prioritize patient experience, great customer service, and high-quality dentistry.

Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated and skilled individual to join our team as a Certified Dental Assistant. In this position, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our established practice while providing exceptional customer service to our patients.

Responsibilities:

Assist dentist during procedures, prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and provide chairside assistance as needed.
Maintain electronic health records (EHR) and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and privacy standards.
Collaborate with the dental team members to facilitate treatment planning.
Support clinical department with tasks such as inventory management and equipment maintenance.
Schedule appointments.
Take and record vital signs of patients.
Perform medical imaging tasks as needed.

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent, associate degree or certification in dental assisting preferred.
Previous experience in dental assisting is a must.
Radiology certificate.
Proficiency in Open Dental practice management software.
Effective communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance.
Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures.
Knowledge of Itero, CBCT, Invisalign is a plus.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour, Yearly Wage: Between $24,940.80 - $48,322.80 based on hours and hourly wage

Expected hours: 20-31 per week

Benefits: