Dental Assistant: Chairside Support & Patient Care

Independence Dental Services; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Dental Services is seeking a friendly, detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our team. The role focuses on chairside support, maintaining a clean and organized clinical environment, and ensuring a smooth daily operation and positive patient experience.

Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, assisting the dentist, managing patient records, sterilization, and providing post-procedure instructions. Certification in X-ray is required; CDA preferred.

Qualifications

• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Chairside assistance during procedures such as fillings, extractions, crowns and root canals.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team oriented

Infection control

Education

X-ray certification required

CDA preferred

Tools

Patient Management Software

Job description

Independence Dental Services is seeking a friendly, detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our team. The role focuses on chairside support, maintaining a clean and organized clinical environment, and ensuring a smooth daily operation and positive patient experience.

Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, assisting the dentist, managing patient records, sterilization, and providing post-procedure instructions. Certification in X-ray is required; CDA preferred.