What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at CHAMPAIGN-URBANA PUBLIC HEALTH DISTRICT?
Champaign-Urbana Public Health District
Dental Assistant I or Dental Assistant II
Are you passionate about pediatric dentistry and dedicated to providing exceptional care to children? We are seeking a talented Dental Assistant to join our Child & Teen Dental Clinic. Enjoy a rewarding career with highly competitive benefits and excellent work-life balance. At our clinic, you'll have the opportunity to focus solely on patient care without the pressure of production quotas, ensuring a supportive and fulfilling environment. Join us in making a difference in children's dental health!
Duties and Responsibilities include:
• Greets patients, assists with the completion of the dental history form and prepares
the patient for treatment.
• Assists the dentist or hygienist with seating the patient, taking and processing the x-
rays and preparing the proper dental set-up for the particular procedures.
• Pulls and reviews patient x-rays on a daily basis.
• Prepares lab and operatories for daily operations.
• Educates on the condition of oral health, options for treatment, effects of treating
and/or not treating; provides home care instructions including nutritional counseling.
• Prepares patient room by restocking, sterilizing, and disinfecting equipment after
each use in accordance with OSHA and CDC guidelines.
• Performs basic office tasks such as filing, checking-in/out patients and scheduling
appointments.
• Provides public awareness of dental care issues in environments such as schools,
health fairs, and other public forums.
• Provides preventive dental care in alternative settings including K-12 schools.
• Mentor pre-dental and community health interns from University of Illinois
• Performs other duties as required.
Requirements for Dental Assistant I:
• A high school diploma, or GED equivalent
• One (1) year of full-time experience working in a fast-paced, direct contact
environment; medical or dental experience is preferred
• Certified in Dental Assisting, chairside dental training or ability to successfully train
on the job
• Spanish and French bilingual candidates are highly desirable
• Expanded functions training and certification is available after one (1) year of
employment
• The expected annual starting salary is $34,083. Full annual salary for a Class 2
Dental Assistant I is $34,083 - $46,012 for a 40-hour week.
Requirements for Dental Assistant II:
• A high school diploma, or GED equivalent
• One (1) year of full-time experience working in a fast-paced, direct contact
environment; medical or dental experience is preferred
• Certification training in coronal polishing and pit/fissure sealants provided through
the District.
• Certified in Dental Assisting, chairside dental training or ability to successfully train
on the job
• Spanish and French bilingual candidates are highly desirable
• The expected annual starting salary is $36,788. Full annual salary for a Class 3
Dental Assistant II is $36,788 - $49,664 for a 40-hour week.
CUPHD provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance with enrollment beginning on the employee’s
first day of employment
• 14 paid holidays per year
• 12 sick days earned per year
• 15 days of paid time off earned in the first year of employment with additional paid
time off based on years of service
• short-term and long-term disability benefits
• comprehensive pension plan offered through Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund
(IMRF)
• CUPHD offers qualified bilingual employees additional compensation upon
approval.
To apply, go to: https://secure4.saashr.com/ta/6173898.careers?CareersSearch. Applicants may also come in to apply online at?CUPHD, 201 W. Kenyon Road, Champaign, IL 61820. For full consideration, you must complete the application process.
Men, Women, Veterans, and individuals of all abilities are encouraged to apply. CUPHD also strongly encourages people of color, transgender, and non-binary people to apply. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you need accommodations to apply, please contact LaTasha Aragon at laragon@c-uphd.org. CUPHD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to join its team.?
CUPHD highly recommends being fully vaccinated with the most-up-to-date (September 2024 and beyond) COVID-19 and influenza (seasonally). Vaccinations taken prior to September 2024 will not be accepted. Employees not vaccinated are required to mask from December 1st until April 1st of each year. Proof of vaccinations or a signed declination form must be on file with Human Resources prior to start date.
The recruitment will remain open until filled; however, it will not close prior to February 13, 2025. This is a collective bargaining unit position with AFSCME.
Posted January 30, 2025
Salary : $34,083 - $36,788
