What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Mitchem Dental?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Assistant to join our growing dental practice. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our dental team by ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow while providing exceptional care to our patients. This position requires a strong understanding of dental terminology, procedures, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Duties
- Assist the dentist during various dental procedures, ensuring all instruments and materials are prepared and ready for use.
- Perform chairside duties using four-handed dentistry techniques to enhance the efficiency of patient care.
- Maintain accurate medical documentation and patient records using electronic health record systems such as Epic and Eaglesoft.
- Follow aseptic techniques to ensure a clean and safe environment for patients.
- Educate patients on post-operative care and proper oral hygiene practices.
- Manage inventory of dental supplies and ensure that the clinic is stocked with necessary materials.
- Support front office staff with scheduling appointments and managing patient flow as needed.
Qualifications
- Experience in dental assisting or relevant training in a dental clinic setting is a plus, but willing to do on the job training.
- Familiarity with dental terminology, general dentistry practices, and procedures is a plus but not required.
- Proficient in using dental software systems such as Eaglesoft is preferred but not required.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients and team members.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while demonstrating attention to detail.
Position Details:
- Days: Monday - Thursday
- Hours: 7:45AM- 5:00 PM, with a lunch break from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Location: Champaign, Inside the Lincolnshire Professional Building ( Conveniently located next to ArtMart)
- Dental Equipment: Eaglesoft, Dexis, Pano/CBCT
Must-Have Qualities:
- Must possess excellent clinical and interpersonal skills.
- Passionate about patient care.
- Able to work collaboratively with our team in a busy but supportive environment.
Why Join Our Team?
- Fun Office Environment: We are a friendly, close-knit team who loves to have fun while providing top-notch care to our patients.
- Great Patient Relationships: Our patients are like family, and we take pride in giving them excellent care while making their visits enjoyable.
- Potential for Permanent Position: This temporary role could lead to a permanent position for the right candidate!
Please send your resume to office@mitchemdental.com or call 217-352-4100 and ask for Heather if you have any questions.
We can’t wait to meet you!
Join our team and contribute to providing high-quality dental care while advancing your career in the field of dentistry!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Ability to Commute:
- Champaign, IL 61820 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Champaign, IL 61820: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $19