Dental Assistant: Chairside Care, X-Rays, Spanish

GREATER FAMILY HEALTH; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 26,491 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

401(K)

Job summary

Greater Family Health in Elgin, IL seeks a Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists in a general dental practice. Responsibilities include chairside assisting, charting, taking bite-wing, full-mouth and panoramic x-rays, and patient education.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, current BLS/CPR, and a dental assisting credential or program completion. Fluency in Spanish is preferred. This position offers paid training and 401(k) benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current BLS/CPR Certification.
• Dental Assistant Certification or completion of a dental assisting program preferred.
• Minimum of six months related experience and/or training preferred.
• Fluency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up instruments, rooms, materials, and equipment for each procedure.
• Sterilize instruments and clean and maintain equipment and work areas.
• Accurately record information and charting on patient records as dictated by the dentist/hygienist.
• Take x‑rays as ordered by the dentist (bite-wing, full-mouth, panoramic) and ensure safety.
• Provide sealants, oral hygiene instruction, and fluoride treatments under supervision.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and document inventory accurately.
• Provide age-appropriate care and follow the Corporate Compliance Program.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Dental Assistant Certification or program

Job description

Greater Family Health in Elgin, IL seeks a Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists in a general dental practice. Responsibilities include chairside assisting, charting, taking bite-wing, full-mouth and panoramic x-rays, and patient education.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, current BLS/CPR, and a dental assisting credential or program completion. Fluency in Spanish is preferred. This position offers paid training and 401(k) benefits.