Oral Surgery Assistant

Company: United Dental Partners
Location: Rockford
Posted on: November 7, 2024

Job Description:

$1500 SIGN ON BONUS We are looking for a qualified Oral Surgery Dental Assistant to join our collective of premier dental practices. IV Sedation Monitoring Certification preferred. The right applicant will have experience preparing oral surgery patients, ensuring that they are comfortable and offering another set of hands for procedures. Assistants must help Oral Surgeons to clearly see problems and changes within a patient's mouth. This often requires taking x-rays of the bone structure of a patient's jaw, as well as taking photographs of the teeth. Location: All Family Dental and Braces 6585 E State St. Rockford, IL 61108 Responsibilities Help Oral Surgeons prepare for procedures by having the necessary tools sterilized and in place Help keep a patient's mouth clean and dry during procedures and hand the Oral Surgeon the necessary tools at the appropriate time Patient education; explain procedures and discuss treatment progress and plans This position will include all aspects of clinical dental care Take and monitor patients vitals Requirements Previous oral surgery chairside assisting is preferred Coronal polishing/sealant, and/or nitrous certified IV Sedation Monitoring Certification preferred Candidate Characteristics Resonate with UDP's Core Values: Passion, Urgency, Collaboration, Responsibility, and Pride Embody a positive attitude and enthusiasm for the workday Display and demonstrate excellent and natural communication skills with staff and patients Excellent customer service skills with an outgoing, people friendly personality Desire to learn new skills and expand your potential Compensation Package and Benefits We empower and support our people to achieve their maximum potential in the office and in their daily lives. As a team member, you'll enjoy: Compensation that is competitive in our market and is commensurate with experience. Comprehensive Medical plans, with varying costs and coverage, for individuals and families. UDP pays on average 66% of the premium! Dental Insurance with Orthodontia benefits and Vision Insurance. Plus! Deep discounts on dental care in one of our offices, and the option to extend the benefit to your family or friends. Disability, Accident Coverage, and Life Insurance benefits for all eligible employees. 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions. Pretax Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified medical expenses. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which provides free and confidential help for mental health, financial issues, or other personal matters. Commuter Benefits for select positions. Supportive Paid Time Off and Holiday programs. The UDP Way Starting with a single office a decade ago, two dentists founded and pursued the simple purpose of providing high-quality, affordable dental care for children and families. Today, with 24 offices and more on the way, our mission continues to provide high-quality, accessible, and comprehensive dental care throughout the communities we serve. At United Dental Partners, you will work with a diverse and highly talented team, and joining means you join a seamless network colleagues who work together to deliver great dental experiences._Check out to learn more about what it is like to be part of UDP._

Job Type: Full-timePay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hourBenefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insuranceSchedule: 10 hour shift 8 hour shift Monday to Friday

Experience: Dental assisting: 1 year (Required) Oral surgery: 1 year (Required)Language: Spanish (Preferred)License/Certification: Nitrous Oxide Certification (Preferred) Coronal Polish Certificate (Preferred) IV Sedation Certificate (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Keywords: United Dental Partners, Palatine , Oral Surgery Assistant, Healthcare , Rockford, Illinois