North Pier Dental Assistant

At North Pier Dental Associates we are extremely proud of our reputation. We are known for providing high-quality dental brilliance with an extraordinary level of patient care. Each member of this dental care team plays a vital role in maintaining our professional reputation.

Our team is dedicated to dental continuing education. This ensure that the dental care offered is the best in Chicago and always performed with high standards.

• Medical Insurance – all staff scheduled to work ≥ 30 hours per week
  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Vision Insurance – all staff scheduled to work ≥ 20 hours per week
• Life, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and AD&D – all staff scheduled to work ≥ 20 hours per week
• Pet Insurance – all staff scheduled to work ≥ 20 hours per week
• 401(k) - all staff
• PTO (paid time off) – all staff
• Paid Holidays – all staff scheduled to work ≥ 20 hours per week
• Bereavement – all staff (all staff scheduled to work ≥ 36 hours per week is paid)
• Jury Duty – all staff

• Pay – Up to $26.00/hour based on experience

• Assist provider throughout the exam, including complex treatment and operatory-related care
• Explain treatment procedures; seek clarification and understanding from patients
• Review and assist patient in updating medical history
• Assist provider with patient education
• Take patient blood pressure, X-rays and radiographs
• Monitor oxygen levels when nitrous or IV is administered
• Make impressions and fabricate crowns as instructed
• Prepare and record clinical notes, charting and patient record
• Prepare operatory for the patient exam; sterilize instruments and disinfect operatory
• Provide coverage for other team members to account for absences of high-volume periods

• Previous dental assistant experience or the completion of an accredited dental assistant program is preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Knowledge of state dental practices requirements, including x-ray proficiency and OSHA training strongly preferred
• Effective interpersonal skills to maintain rapport with patients, dentists and other staff members
• Superior customer service skills and the ability to work as a team in a fast-paced environment

If you’re looking for a long-term career with a supportive team, we encourage you to apply today!