Dental Assistant
Pediatric Dentists - Mount Prospect, IL
Posted: February 25, 2021
We are a fast-paced, growing and fun pediatric dental and orthodontic practice looking for a reliable, licensed Dental Assistant. Our practice is state-of-the-art, with the newest technologies available. We have offices in Mt. Prospect and Barrington; applicants must have reliable transportation and be able to work at both locations.
Responsibilities
- Welcome customers in the dental office
- Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
- Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
- Sterilize instruments according to regulations
- Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
- Undertake lab tasks as instructed
- Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
- Maintain accurate patient records
Requirements
- Proven experience as dental assistant
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
- Good computer skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
- High school diploma; graduate from dental assistant school is preferred
- Additional certification or training is an asset
