Dental Assistant - Surgical

Dentologie is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant – Surgical to provide outstanding patient care in our South Loop and Streeterville office(s). Note, the full-time hire will have a split schedule: 2 days/week as a Dental Assistant - Surgical and 3 days/week as a Dental Assistant - General. Current sedation monitoring certification required!

This opportunity offers excellent hourly compensation ($23-$29/hr., based on experience), career growth opportunities, a great benefits package, full-time hours with a balanced schedule, and the ability to be part of an outstanding (and fun) culture. Come be a part of something special!  

Regarding the work schedule, Monday - Thursday our offices have a morning shift (7:30am-2:30pm) and an evening shift (1:30 or 2:30 pm-8:30pm). On Friday, we have one shift from 7:30am-3:30pm. As a full-time employee, we would ask that you are comfortable working Monday-Friday and 5 shifts per week, with 3 morning shifts and 2 evening shifts. 

Dentologie is a fast-paced, modern, technology-driven practice disrupting the dental industry. At our core, we are driven by Professionalism, Personality, and Positivity to provide an extraordinary patient and employee experience. Visit us on our popular TikTok or Instagram page(s) to better understand who we are and our mission to change the way dentistry is experienced by not only the patient, but the TEAM! 

Dentologie is comprised of 13 office locations in the Chicagoland area, including: Andersonville, Belmont, Lincoln Park, South Loop, Streeterville, Bucktown, West Loop, Evanston, Clark & Diversey, Gold Coast, River North, Southport, and Oak Park/River Forest. 

Responsibilities:

- Provides support to the doctor in all phases of oral surgery procedures.
- Monitors patients undergoing sedation by tracking vital signs and ensuring their comfort throughout the procedure.
- Efficiently prepare and organize all surgical instruments and materials, ensuring seamless support during procedures (four-handed dentistry techniques)
- Deliver a 10-star patient experience while contributing positively to an engaging corporate culture
- Make patients as comfortable as possible in the dental chair while preparing them for surgical treatment
- Sterilize & disinfect instruments, equipment and operatories post treatment. 
- Instruct patients on pre-operative preparations and assist the oral surgeon in delivering post-operative care instructions specific to their dental surgery.
- Proficient in obtaining dental radiographs and intra-oral scans/photos.
- Keep treatment records such as charting existing restorations as well as planned treatment.
- Monitor daily supplies for restocking.
- Follows infection control protocol by preparing and sterilizing instruments, equipment, and all clinical settings. 

Required Skills/Abilities:

- Required: experience working as a Surgical Assistant or as a Dental Assistant with hands-on involvement in surgical procedures.
- Required: active sedation monitoring certification.
- Required: experience working with dental implant systems.
- Excellent verbal, interpersonal, customer service & written communication skills.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.
- Function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Dentologie Benefits and Perks:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Free dental coverage for employees
401k w/employer match
Employer-paid life and disability insurance
$50/month for mass transit or parking expenses
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Paid holidays
Paid personal and sick time
Supportive, friendly leadership that want you to succeed
Upbeat team and fun culture. NOT your average dental office!

Dentologie is taking shame out of the dental game! We are reimagining the entire dental experience and creating safe, inclusive spaces that welcome all to feel firsthand how compassion, competence and a little creativity can transform a trip to the dentist.

Dentologie’s South Loop dentist office offers expert care in a comfortable, welcoming environment, helping you achieve a beautiful, healthy smile.

Public Transit:
We’re just a 4-minute walk around the corner from the Roosevelt Station, serving the Red, Green, and Orange Lines.

Public Parking:

1) There is a parking lot directly behind the office and across the street for easy access.
2) Search Spot Hero, Park Chicago, or Park Mobile apps for good rates on nearby lots/garages.
3) Street parking (pay by the hour) is widely available surrounding the office—give yourself plenty of time to find a spot!

Disposable gowns, Face shields, Goggles, Latex gloves, N95 masks, Nitrile gloves, Regular masks, Respirator mask