Permanent Dental Assistant Job in Chicago, IL
Position : Dental Assistant Reports to: Practice Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Who we are: We're a dental dream team delivering the highest level of patient care for over 49 years throughout the Chicagoland area. At Webster Dental Care, we pursue excellence through continuing education, personal and team growth, and mastering leading-edge technology. Clinical Skills: Efficiency assisting during procedures (know the dentists' needs), infection control and sterilization up to OSHA's standards, proficient in diagnostic imaging (x-rays, ceph, CBCT), dental material & instrument knowledge, and stellar patient etiquette. Effective Communication: Must be able to explain procedures clearly to patients (and simply), communicate professionally amongst your team and to patients, build rapport, ease patient anxiety, team collaboration, and maintain confidentiality (HIPAA standards). Critical thinking: Problem solving skills, must be able to adapt to unexpected circumstances, attention to detail - ensure precision with documentation, infection control, and assisting procedures. Weâre Looking For Someone Who: - Knows their way around a dental chair - Has the patience of a saint and the reflexes of a cat - Is reliable, fun, and maybe a little obsessed with organization - Can turn a nervous patient into a raving fan Bonus Points For: - Experience with Dentrix - A collection of dental memes - A favorite tooth pun (we will ask in the interview) Perks of the Position: - Work with a team that actually likes each other - Competitive pay based on your experience- Opportunity for growth within the company - Office birthday cake is basically mandatory
