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Expected pay for this position is $18.98 - $22.34/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.
Overview
This position will support the OSF Dental Clinic off Sheridan Road at the Peoria County Health department.
8:00am-4:30pm; Monday-Friday
POSITION SUMMARY: The Dental Assistant assists in the care of patients receiving dental treatment. The Dental Assistant is responsible for managing treatment rooms, providing patient instruction, completing administrative services and instrument sterilization. Provides safe and appropriate care in compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High School Diploma/ GED
Experience: 6 months dental assisting experience
Licensure/ Certification: Certification of monitoring Nitrous Oxide within 6 months of employment. Certification of Coronal Polishing and application of pit and fissure sealants within 1 year of employment.
Other Skills/ Knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduate of an accredited dental assisting program OR minimum of 6 months experience working as a dental assistant in a dental practice
Experience: 2 years dental assisting experience with CDA (Certified Dental Assistant) Certification
Licensure/ Certification: CDA (Certified Dental Assistant) Certification or equivalent