Dental Assistant I

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Apr 12, 2025
Dental Assistant I Dental Assistant I Hiring Department: Mile Square LP Johnson Location: Rockford, IL USA Requisition ID: 1030816 FTE: 1 Work Schedule: Shift: Days # of Positions: 1 Workplace Type: On-Site Posting Close Date: 4/18/25 Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $16.50 - 24.50 / Hourly Wage About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Position Summary Under the direction of a Dentist, the Dental Assistant provides assistance to staff dentist in rendering service to adult and pediatric dental patients. Prepare dental units for patient treatment. including sterilization, x-ray and reception functions. Receive and prepare patients for dental treatment, assist the dentist at the chair side. Maintain records of patient appointments, examinations and treatment plans. Duties & Responsibilities Arranges equipment, pre-tray setups, dental materials and supplies, and patients' records. Provides assistance during dental procedures by transferring instruments, manipulating dental materials, retracting and evacuating oral cavity, and assisting with sedations. Answers patients' inquiries (on phone or in person); receives and seats patients; and prepares patient for exam/procedure. Assists in administering first aid measures to patients. Dismisses patients, assisting them from office and procedure room; enters services rendered on patient's record; cleans operatory; and arranges next appointment. Performs simple laboratory procedures (such as pouring impressions, sterilizing instruments, and fabricating acrylic impression trays). Assists in the ordering, stocking, inventorying and distribution of supplies. Recording treatment information in patient records in the EMR system. Communicates directly with patients as guided; communicates in an appropriate and positive manner to guide and reassure patients, as well as support the patient care mission of the institution. Sterilizes and disinfects equipment and materials as based on facility protocol. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent. Preferred Qualifications Ability to work on the mobile unit when needed. Completion of Dental Assistant Certification Program. The budgeted salary range for the position is $16.50 - $24.50/hr. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/14635?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-d741cff2050a59429b59837e7ed334e2