Dental Assistant Job at Springfield Dental Care in Springfield
Springfield Dental Care, Springfield, IL, United States, 62777
Job title and overview information retained from original posting: Springfield Dental Care is a fast-paced, patient-focused dental practice supported by Heartland Dental. Our 24-person team thrives on collaboration, communication, and community connection. As part of the Heartland Dental network, we combine personalized care with the support and resources of the nation\'s largest dental support organization.
Position Overview
We are seeking a hard-working and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our team. In this role, you’ll be a key part of delivering exceptional patient care, assisting the doctor during procedures, and creating a welcoming environment from check-in to post-treatment.
What You’ll Do
- Greet and assist patients throughout their dental visit, ensuring comfort and care
- Take and process x-rays, use iTero 3D scanner, and perform other diagnostic imaging
- Provide high-quality chairside assistance during a variety of dental procedures (four-handed dentistry)
- Prepare and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments according to OSHA & CDC standards
- Maintain patient records using Dentrix software
- Manage inventory and supply orders
- Support the implementation of Heartland Dental systems and workflows
Qualifications
No experience required
Schedule
- Monday: 6:50 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Tuesday: Off
- Thursday: 6:50 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Friday: 7:15 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Access to industry-leading training and career growth opportunities
About Heartland Dental
Heartland Dental provides non-clinical support to over 1,800 offices and 3,000 doctors across 39 states and D.C. While every supported office is unique, we are united in our mission to deliver the highest quality dental care and patient experience. Supported doctors retain clinical autonomy, and our values foster diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity in the workplace.
Pay
Base pay range: $15.00/hr - $25.89/hr
Note: This range is provided by Springfield Dental Care. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
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