Expanded Functions Dental Assistant at Smile America Partners

OverviewDentistry with a work-life balanceMake a difference while doing what you loveIf youre looking for a career opportunity at a competitive salary while helping kids in need lets talk. Smile Illinois a school-based mobile dental practice is seeking a Expanded Functions Dental Assistant in Kankakee IL and surrounding areas to help provide dental care to underserved children at their school.Our innovative in school dental program offers something different than a traditional dental practice. With a workday that ends with the school day and no nights or weekends our program is perfect for people looking for a diverse and different working environment working parents and anyone who wants to make a difference in the dental field. Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) Qualifications: Must hold active CPR certification cardMust have 1 years of experience as a Dental Assistant (DA)Must have 1 years Digital X-ray Imaging experienceValid driver license reliable transportation and a willingness to travel locally is a mustWorks well with others (both children and adults)Ability to work well in fast-paced environment; organized and detail-oriented; able to multi-taskMust be able to carry up to 50 lbs.Able to walk several flights of stairs on occasion as many schools are without elevatorsMust Be X-Ray CertifiedMust Be Sealant CertifiedCoronal Polishing CertifiedMust Be Fluoride CertifiedExpandedFunctions Dental Assistant (EFDA) Responsibilities:Dental Assisting Services during mobile dental clinicsDigital X-ray ImagingPatient Records ChartingEquipment Set-up Breakdown and Sterilization AssistanceTravel Daily to and from school sitesSmile Illinois Offers:Evenings weekends and summers off!Working a school day schedule (about 6 7 hours); on average between 8:00 A.M. 3:00 P.M.Benefit package (health dental vision)Travel PayUnique work experience and flexible schedulingFull and part time positionsCompetitive compensationState-of-the-art portable dental equipmentLatest technology & digital radiographyWant to learn more Call or text Venice at or email (If texting/emailing please include your name contact information and the location of this position.)Who We AreSmile Programsthe mobile dentists is the nations leading in-school dental program founded more than two decades ago by two moms who happen to also be dentists. The founders saw a tremendous need among underserved school aged children who did not have easy access to dental care and who often suffered from poor oral hygiene tooth decay pain and associated health problems. Knowing that many parents could not take their children to the dentist due to issues including time off from work and transportation challenges they sought to bring the care to the need. Using the latest technology in portable equipment a team of dedicated dental professionals provide preventive and restorative dental care to children right at school. Our flexibility and expertise allow us to transform classrooms auditoriums gyms or other suitable areas into fully functional dental offices for the day.Every year through its devoted group of dental professionals Smile Programsthe mobile dentists puts happy healthy smiles on over 500000 children from coast to coast.Join us in our mission to bring smiles and good oral health to where they are needed. Call or text us at or email . Youll be glad you did.Rewarding Work. Competitive Compensation. Smile Programs.Smile Programs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability gender identity sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Key Skills Abinitio,ICWA,Corporate Sales,Furniture Sales,Courier,Barista Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1