Dental Assistant

This patient-centered cosmetic and family dental practice is dedicated to excellence, comfort, and innovation. The team fosters a supportive and collaborative environment where both patients and team members feel valued. The practice emphasizes open communication, education, and personalized care to create a positive experience at every visit.

They are seeking a friendly, detail-oriented Dental Assistant who is passionate about patient care and creating a welcoming experience for every patient. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team that values professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to providing high-quality dental care.

Benefits for the Dental Assistant:
Employee Dental Work
Paid Time Off
1 Hour Lunch
Training On-Site
Paid Parking
Mentorship
Schedule for the Dental Assistant:
Monday: 8:45am - 5:30pm
Tuesday: 9:45am - 6:30pm
Wednesday: 8:45am - 5:30pm
Thursday: 8:45am - 6:30pm
Friday: 7:45am - 1:00pm
Saturday: 8:30am - 1:30pm (Once a month) (Flexible)
Responsibilities and Requirements of the Dental Assistant:
Assist the dentist during examinations, procedures, and treatments
Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, materials, and equipment for procedures
Sterilize and disinfect instruments while maintaining proper infection-control protocols
Seat patients, review medical histories, and prepare patients for treatment
Take and process dental X-rays as permitted by state regulations
Provide chairside assistance, including instrument transfer, suctioning, and maintaining a clear operating field
Take impressions, intraoral scans, photographs, and other diagnostic records as directed
Prepare dental materials, including cements, impression materials, and temporary restorative materials
Educate patients on post-operative instructions, oral hygiene, and treatment recommendations
Maintain accurate clinical notes and update patient records following treatment
Monitor dental supplies, restock treatment rooms, and notify management when inventory is low
Clean and efficiently turn over treatment rooms between patients
Assist with laboratory cases by preparing, tracking, and organizing cases as needed
Follow OSHA, HIPAA, infection-control, and workplace safety requirements
Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient clinical environment
Support the dental team with additional clinical duties as needed to keep the schedule running smoothly
Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount
Free parking
Paid time off
Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Indian Head Park, IL 60525 (Required)
Work Location: In person