Job description

Job Title: Dental Assistant
Department: PLASTIC SURG RES RECR
Shift: 1st
Specialty:
Job Number: 2023-1557
Date Posted: 05/04/2023
Position Type: Clinical Support Staff

Job Qualifications:

Dental Assistant - Plastic Surgery-Orthodontics - 1st Shift FT

Position Summary:
The Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting the Orthodontist, the Directors of the Craniofacial Center, and the RN Clinical Manager. This individual also assists in the administrative duties of the office as needed. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures, including complying with all Rush University Medical Group Customer Service Standards.

Position Responsibilities:

Performs the duties of a Dental Assistant in the orthodontic area under direct supervision of Orthodontist/Director of Craniofacial Center.
Assists in taking patient records, fitting bands, bonding, monthly maintenance, tooth and appliance care, appliance removal and retainer placement.
Assists in cleaning and sterilization processes as mandated by JCAHO and RUMC.
Assists in fabrication of retainers and other laboratory tasks as directed by Orthodontist.
Assists in maintaining inventory of orthodontic and other clinical supplies.
Assists in securing patient records for evaluation and treatment purposes. This includes taking and developing digital panoramic and cephalometric x-rays and photographs as well as integrating and utilizing these records in various software programs.
Provides clinical support to RN Clinical Manager.
Assists RN Clinical Manager with patient flow. Assists with scheduling of patient tests, procedures, and follow-up appointments.
Cleans, prepares and stocks exam rooms, treatment rooms, and workstations. Assists in the care, cleaning, and sterilization of equipment and instruments.
Maintains an inventory of medical and linen supplies.
Maintains quality control for equipment.
Participates in quality improvement projects.
Maintains compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards and other regulatory bodies.
Provides administrative support to Directors of Craniofacial Center and any Center activities
Provides front desk support including answering telephones, greeting visitors and patients, schedules patient appointments and providing strong customer service.
Assists in the reconciliation of accounts for the former MSP billing system.
Maintains safety station binder for Center.
Maintains ISDS website for chemical inventory.
Performs chart audits as required by JCAHO regulations. Submits monthly report to Infection Control.


Position Qualifications Include:

High School diploma or equivalent required.
3 years of dental assisting experience.
Bilingual - Spanish/English - necessary.
Strong computer skills required with an emphasis on billing/ accounting.
Strong computer skills i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Tops software.
Excellent communications skills, detail-oriented, persistent, independent, resourceful and friendly.

Company Highlights:
Ranked among the top academic medical centers in the country, Rush University Medical Center is an outstanding place to enhance your career. Everything we do centers on one goal: improving patient care.
Rush's 14-story hospital Tower is the cornerstone of the Rush Transformation, and is the symbol of a philosophy-an evolution in the delivery of patient-centered care.
Rush is a not-for-profit health care, education and research enterprise comprising Rush University Medical Center, Rush University, Rush Oak Park Hospital and Rush Health.
As an academic medical center, Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, is committed to advancing medical knowledge through research. Investigators at Rush are involved in more than 1,600 projects, including hundreds of clinical studies to test the effectiveness and safety of new therapies and medical devices, as well as to expand scientific and medical knowledge.
Rush University Medical Center is a three time Magnet facility located in Chicago, IL www.rush.edu
Leading academic medical center, acute care hospital w/ 676 licensed beds
RUMC offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits & the professional advantages of an environment that supports your development & recognizes your achievements.
Rush University is home to one of the first medical colleges in the Midwest and one of the nation's top-ranked nursing colleges, as well as graduate programs in allied health, health systems management and biomedical research.

As one of the most popular cities in the nation, Chicago is a cultural, historical and diverse city. Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, Chicago in known for its nearly 200 distinct neighborhoods and its extensive park systems, along with its sports teams, museums and vibrant theater community.

Rush University Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages all applicants to apply regardless of age, race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or parental status, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy or other reason prohibited by law.

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