Dental Assistant

Insight Global; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global seeks two permanent Dental Assistants to support its Dental Department across two Chicago clinics, serving both pediatric and adult patients in a mission-driven FQHC. You will assist dentists, prepare rooms, sterilize, and help maintain efficient clinic operations while delivering a positive patient experience.

Ideal candidates have 1 year of dental assisting experience, CPR certification, and knowledge of radiography and OSHA standards, with strong communication and a

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of Dental Assistant experience.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Experience assisting during dental procedures.
• Knowledge of sterilization, infection control, and OSHA standards.
• Experience preparing treatment rooms and managing supplies.
• Strong patient service and communication skills.
• Comfortable working with both pediatric and adult patients.
• Basic computer and documentation skills.
• Professional demeanor and team-oriented attitude.
• Dental Assistant Certificate from an accredited institution.
• Experience in an FQHC, community health center, or public health setting.
• Experience with digital radiography/digital X-rays.
• Bilingual candidates highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during procedures and ensure patient comfort.
• Prepare treatment rooms and manage supplies to maintain clinic efficiency.
• Support efficient patient flow and positive patient experience.
• Maintain infection control and sterilization standards.
• Document patient information accurately.

Skills

Dental experience

CPR certified

Procedures assistance

Sterilization/OSHA

Room prep/supplies

Patient service

Pediatric & adult

Computer skills

Teamwork

Bilingual preferred

Education

Dental Assistant Certificate

Tools

Digital radiography

Job description

Job Description

Our client is seeking 2 Permanent Dental Assistants to support its growing Dental Department. These opportunities are available at two clinic locations, offering the chance to work in a mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center that has served Chicago's underserved communities for over 50 years. The Dental Assistant will support dentists in providing quality dental care to both adult and pediatric patients while ensuring efficient clinic operations and a positive patient experience.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of Dental Assistant experience
• Current CPR Certification
• Experience assisting during dental procedures
• Knowledge of sterilization, infection control, and OSHA standards
• Experience preparing treatment rooms and managing supplies
• Strong patient service and communication skills
• Comfortable working with both pediatric and adult patients
• Basic computer and documentation skills
• Professional demeanor and team-oriented attitude
• Dental Assistant Certificate from an accredited institution
• Experience in an FQHC, community health center, or public health setting
• Experience with digital radiography/digital X-rays
• Bilingual candidates highly preferred