What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at 1st Family Dental & Midwest Orthodontics?
Here at 1st Family Dental, we believe people of all ages deserve excellent and affordable dental healthcare whether or not they have dental insurance. We're proud of our numerous thriving locations in the Chicagoland area and are excited with what's still to come! We are seeking to hire a Dental Assistant to join our Elgin location full-time. If you're a passionate self-starter looking for an opportunity to be appreciated for your efforts and grow further in your career, then we are the company for you!
Responsibilities
- Sterilizing dental instruments and equipment for each patient
- Restocking rooms
- Organizing and laying out instruments for dentist's use
- Handing instruments and other materials to dentists during procedures
- Taking X-rays of different types use of intra-oral camera
- Taking impressions, cord packing, making temporary crowns
- Assisting during all dental procedures (Extractions, Implant placements, Crowns, and Root Canals)
- Making patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment
Qualifications
- Coronal Polishing and Sealants Certification - Required
- Bilingual in SPANISH - Required
- Experience with CareStack is preferred
- Must be good at multitasking, problem solving, and a cooperative team player
- Possess excellent communication and organization skills
- Be responsible and dependable
Work Schedule:
Full-time; Monday through Friday schedule (please view our website for business hours) & Saturday 8am-2pm availability is mandatory. Since Saturdays are mandatory staff are given another day off during the week.
Benefits:
Competitive benefits including healthcare, 401k, paid time off, and quarterly bonuses!
*Pay rate will be based on experience & discussed at time of interview*
Learn more about us at: 1stfamilydental.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19