Dental Assistant

Dental Care Alliance; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) plan

Education support

Modern dental technology

Job summary

The Foehr Group in Bloomington, IL is seeking a Dental Assistant to join a team-focused practice dedicated to high-quality patient care. You will prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and support dentists during procedures, while guiding patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.

Highlights include a full-time schedule with occasional Friday hours, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing opportunities for continuing education and professional development in a modern dental office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One or more years on-the-job-experience (with supporting documentation).
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to learn.
• Reliable and detail-oriented with a professional demeanor.
• Dental Assistant are expected to maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake (if needed)
• Assist dentist with management of dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply.

Skills

Customer service

Team-oriented

Detail-oriented

Reliable

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Foehr Groupis looking for aDental Assistantin Bloomington, IL to assist our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment.

Position Overview:As a Dental Assistant you are an integral part of care team in providing support to the office and assisting the professional dental staff with treatment. Support our mission to providing excellent dental care in the community and help us create more smiles and memorable experiences. Join a team that believes in teamwork and truly cares about their patients. Candidates must have prior dental assisting experience to be considered.

What we offer:

• Full-time Schedule: Monday to Thursday 8:40am-5pm, some Fridays 7am-3pm
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Support for continuing education and professional development
• Modern office with advanced dental technology

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations..
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake (if needed)
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One or more years on-the-job-experience (with supporting documentation)
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to learn
• Reliable and detail-oriented with a professional demeanor

Dental Assistant are also expected to maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training as required by law.

Legal Disclaimer:We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. All benefits are subject to potential vesting and eligibility requirements.The company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.