Dental Assistant
Bloomington, IL 61704 | Full-Time
Signature Dental Experience is looking for a skilled, patient-centered Dental Assistant to join our team. Whether you have years of clinical experience or are an organized, motivated candidate ready to grow in the profession, we want to hear from you. If you're professional, great with patients, and bring a self-managing work ethic to everything you do, you will fit right in here.
Clinical Responsibilities
- Provide expert chairside assistance to Dr. Kassem across a full range of procedures
- Assist across our complete scope of services: preventive dentistry, restorative dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, family dentistry, dental implant restorations, dental prosthetics, laser dentistry, periodontal disease treatment, clear aligner treatment, mouth guards, and emergency dentistry
- Take and process digital X-rays and intraoral images in compliance with Illinois state regulations
- Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment following strict infection control protocols
- Set up operatories and prepare all instruments, materials, and equipment before every appointment
- Ensure patient comfort and provide calm, compassionate support throughout every phase of treatment
- Obtain dental histories and ensure health histories are updated for all returning patients; take blood pressure and pulse as necessary
- Take dental impressions and assist with lab tasks as directed
- Provide after treatment instructions and patient education on oral hygiene and home care
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records in full compliance with HIPAA
- Willingness to work some evenings as scheduled to meet the needs of the practice
Administrative & Front Desk Support (as needed)
- Welcome patients and escort them to their operatory
- Schedule and confirm appointments; assist with treatment coordination
- Answer phones and assist with patient inquiries professionally and warmly
- Process co-pays and assist with billing and supply ordering
What Makes You a Great Fit
- Illinois Dental Assistant Permit required, including completion of an approved Illinois radiation safety course and radiography training
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential preferred
- Dental assisting experience preferred
- Calm, patient-centered presence and a soothing disposition that puts patients at ease from the moment they arrive
- Active listening skills, clear communication, and the ability to make both patients and colleagues feel heard
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent organizational skills
- Strong time management to keep patient treatments and schedules running smoothly
- Proficiency with dental practice management software, scheduling and billing systems, and standard office programs
- Adaptable to new technology, workflows, and business practices as the practice evolves
- Customer-service oriented toward both patients and colleagues
- Positive, collaborative team player who contributes to a peaceful, professional practice culture
What We Offer
- Competitive wage commensurate with experience and credentials
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage options
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401(k) with annual employer match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Access to a full suite of elective benefits
- State-of-the-art technology including Overjet AI-assisted imaging and laser dentistry in a modern, well-equipped practice
- Broad clinical exposure across a full-service practice: cosmetic, restorative, implant restorations, periodontics, laser dentistry, clear aligners, and more
- A supportive, highly trained team committed to continual education and professional growth
- A practice with a strong community reputation
- Continuing education support to keep your credentials and skills current
Ready to join a practice where every patient leaves more than satisfied? Submit your resume and a brief cover letter telling us what draws you to Signature Dental Experience. We look forward to hearing from you.
Signature Dental Experience is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and patients.
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