Dental Assistant

Parkway View Family Dentistry LTD; East Moline (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) retirement plan

Opportunities for growth and mentorship

Growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A family dentistry practice is looking for a skilled Dental Assistant to provide exceptional care and support to patients in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a commitment to patient education, and experience in chairside assisting. Join a warm team dedicated to growth and mentorship in dentistry, with competitive pay and a supportive culture. This role is perfect for those passionate about making a meaningful impact on oral health.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a dental setting.
• Ability to document existing conditions accurately.
• Capable of making preliminary impressions and molds.
• Recognize mouth-body connection and its impact on wellness.
• Document existing conditions and plan treatments.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patient care and support.
• Assist the dentist with chairside duties.
• Educate patients on treatment plans.

Skills

Service-minded approach to patient care

Compassionate communication with patients

Understanding of treatment planning

Knowledge of mouth-body connection

Chairside assisting experience

Team-oriented environment

Multitasking and problem-solving

Education

Certification from an accredited dental assistant program

Certification for coronal polishing

Job description

About Us

At Parkway View Family Dentistry, we’ve been serving the Illinois Quad Cities for over 60 years, offering high-quality, compassionate dental care that families have trusted for generations. Our 100% dentist-owned practice is just a short walk from John Deere headquarters.

Why Join Us

• A well-established patient base with many multi-generational families.
• A warm, professional team that feels more like family.
• Opportunities for growth in a rapidly expanding practice.
• If you’re passionate about providing top‑notch care in a friendly and supportive setting, we’d love to hear from you!

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our team! In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient oral health through exceptional care while benefiting from ongoing training and development opportunities.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, negotiable based on your experience and expertise.
• An exceptional patient base that trusts and values your care.
• A team of amazing colleagues who create a supportive, enjoyable work environment.
• An outstanding practice culture where everyone feels valued and motivated.
• Opportunities for growth and development, with mentorship on all aspects of dentistry!
• Collaborative Growth: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork and mentorship are valued. Our office fosters professional development through idea‑sharing and collaborative problem‑solving.
• 401(k) and retirement plan to help secure your financial future.

The Ideal Candidate

• Providing a 5‑star, service‑minded approach to patient care.
• Communicating with patients with compassion and addressing their concerns.
• Understanding doctor treatment planning to better educate patients.
• Recognizing the mouth‑body connection and its impact on overall wellness.
• Accurately documenting existing conditions and planning new treatment.
• Proven chairside assisting experience (Preferred).
• Certification for coronal polishing (Preferred).
• Holding a certification from an accredited dental assistant program (Preferred).
• Thriving in a team‑oriented environment, multitasking, and problem‑solving.
• Making preliminary impressions, casts, molds, and pouring up models, etc.

If you're a dedicated professional who values excellence in patient care, enjoys working in a collaborative environment, and is eager to grow with our practice, we’d love to meet you!

Parkway View Family Dentistry LTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.