Dental Assistant

Mercer University; Illinois; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement contributions

Tuition waivers

Paid vacation and sick leave

Technology discounts

Work-life balance

Job summary

The Mercer Center for IDD Care is seeking a Dental Assistant for the Macon, Georgia clinic. This role supports the dentist in clinical, administrative, and compliance tasks to ensure high-quality patient care in a welcoming space designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Mercer Center provides a broad range of services and emphasizes care that honors each patient’s individuality.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma/GED, along with one year of dental assisting experience.
• Candidate must have a valid CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

Responsibilities

• The Dental Assistant supports the dentist in clinical, administrative, and compliance-related functions to ensure efficient, high-quality patient care.
• Responsibilities include assisting during procedures, preparing treatment rooms, maintaining patient records, preparing and sterilizing instruments, and supporting front-office operations as needed.
• This role is essential for delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring efficient dental operations.

Skills

Dental instruments

Sterilization

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Title

Dental Assistant

Department

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

College/Division

School Of Medicine

Primary Job Posting Location

Macon, GA 31207

Additional Job Posting Locations

(Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details

The Mercer Center for IDD Care is searching for a Dental Assistant for the Macon, Georgia clinic. The Mercer Center for IDD Care is a welcoming space designed specifically for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our goal is to provide thoughtful, personalized outpatient care in an environment where every person feels safe, respected, and valued. We'll offer a wide range of services—including primary care, dental care, audiology, imaging, and physical, occupational, and speech therapy - all designed to support the unique needs of our patients. At Mercer, we believe in meeting people where they are, and providing care that honors their individuality with dignity. For more information, please visit: https://Merceriddcare.org

Responsibilities

• The Dental Assistant supports the dentist in clinical, administrative, and compliance-related functions to ensure efficient, high-quality patient care.
• Responsibilities include assisting during procedures, preparing treatment rooms, maintaining patient records, preparing and sterilizing instruments, and supporting front-office operations as needed.
• This role is essential for delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring efficient dental operations.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma/GED, along with one year of dental assisting experience.
• Candidate must have a valid CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, and reach for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity to handle and operate dental instruments.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Background Check Contingencies

• Criminal History Check Documents:
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of three professional references with contact information
• Externally Funded: This position is contingent on external funding and the length of employment in this position is dependent on continuation of these funds.

About Mercer University

Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer’s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer’s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.

Why Work at Mercer University

• comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents)
• generous retirement contributions
• tuition waivers
• paid vacation and sick leave
• technology discounts
• schedules that allow for work-life balance
• and so much more!

At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.

For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective-employees/

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Family

Staff Clinical Services

Non-exempt

EEO Statement

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Why Work at Mercer

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid time off, technology discounts and so much more! At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.

For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective/

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The University will ensure equal opportunity for applicants and employees in all of its policies and practices, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, compensation, benefits, layoff and recall policies, University-sponsored training programs, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs. Persons needing reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the application process or for other questions regarding employment at Mercer University, please contact Human Resources.