Dental Assistant

Endodontics of Springfield, LLC; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Paid time off

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Endodontics of Springfield, LLC in Springfield, IL is seeking a self-motivated dental assistant with 5+ years of chairside experience in 4-handed dentistry to join our specialty practice. You will work closely with our endodontists to ensure optimal patient comfort and care throughout procedures.

The role includes room preparation, sterilization, X‑ray taking, patient education, and meticulous charting, with a focus on calm, welcoming patient interactions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years chairside experience required.
• Excellent communication and patient interaction skills.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist endodontist during procedures and surgeries.
• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, stock rooms.
• Take quality X‑rays.
• Provide patient education on post‑operative care.
• Perform digital dental charting and maintain records.
• Keep sterilization room clean and organized.
• Manage patient flow with 4‑handed dentistry.

Skills

4-handed dentistry

Communication skills

Dental terminology

Patient assessments

Fast-paced environment

Team player

CBCT familiarity

Education

Chairside experience (5+ years)

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement

Job Overview

Specialty office seeks a self‑motivated, driven dental assistant experienced in 4‑handed dentistry who strives to attain the best level in patient care. Must have a minimum of 5 years chairside experience, an excellent work ethic, be dependable, organized, and possess efficient and effective multi‑tasking skills, and a team‑player mentality. Your role will be integral in helping provide superior dental care while supporting our doctors and dental team in all areas of patient care. Your core skills in chairside assisting, dental terminology, and knowledge of dentistry will enable you to speak clearly and with confidence to the patient in your care. Your role is essential in creating a welcoming and calming environment for patients while maintaining the highest standards of patient care. Hours Monday‑Thursday 7:20‑5:00. Pay is based on education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist endodontist during procedures and surgeries
• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize treatment room and dental instruments, stock treatment rooms
• Take quality x‑rays
• Provide patient education on post‑operative care
• Perform digital dental charting and maintain accurate patient records
• Keep sterilization room clean and organized
• 4‑handed dentistry and be able to manage patient flow

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• 4‑handed dentistry
• Strong dental knowledge, documentation skills, including accurate and detailed note‑taking
• Ability to perform patient assessments, including taking vital signs and checking medical history for issues
• Highly functioning in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong team player and strong communication skills
• Familiarity with CBCT CT scan is a plus

Experience

Dental assisting: 5 years minimum (Required)

Job Type

Full‑time

Work Location

In person