Dental Assistant

Dental Care Alliance; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability

401(k) plan

Continuing education opportunities

A modern office with advanced dental技术

Job summary

Maple Shade Dental at Camp Crossing in East Peoria, IL is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our clinical team. You will support dentists with patient care, assist in procedures, and help maintain daily clinic operations in a welcoming, team-focused environment.

Ideal candidates have at least one year of hands-on dental assisting experience, strong communication and customer service skills, and a dependable, professional demeanor. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• At least one year of hands-on dental assisting experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists with patient care and treatment procedures.
• Support daily clinical operations and instrument preparation.
• Maintain sterilization of rooms and equipment.
• Ensure a welcoming patient experience in the clinic.

Skills

Hands-on dental assisting

Customer service

Communication skills

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Dental Assistant

Maple Shade Dental at Camp Crossing | East Peoria, IL

Maple Shade Dental at Camp Crossing is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our clinical team! We are seeking a dependable, patient-focused individual who enjoys working in a team-oriented environment and is committed to providing excellent patient care.

Position Overview

As a Dental Assistant, you will support our dentists and clinical team by assisting with patient care, treatment procedures, and daily clinical operations. We are looking for someone with at least one year of hands‑on dental assisting experience who takes pride in creating a positive patient experience.

Schedule

• Initially, Monday and Wednesday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

• The schedule is expected to transition to full-time, Monday through Thursday, as the doctor's schedule expands.

What We Offer

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance and disability benefits

• 401(k) plan

• Continuing education and professional development opportunities

• A modern office with advanced dental technology

• A supportive, team‑oriented work environment

Qualifications

• At least one year of hands‑on dental assisting experience, with supporting documentation

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Strong customer service and communication skills

• Positive, team‑oriented attitude and willingness to learn

• Reliable, detail‑oriented, and professional demeanor

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.

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