Dental Assistant: Chairside Support & Patient Care

Lake County, IL; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center seeks a Dental Assistant to support dentists, hygienists, and the dental director in patient care. Duties include chair-side assistance, instrument prep, radiography, and patient comfort.

You will maintain patient records, assist with infection control, and contribute to a welcoming front-office presence, including translation if bilingual.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School diploma or GED certificate.
• Successful completion of an accredited Dental Assisting program (Preferred).
• Preferred CDA or at least 1-year experience in a general practice.
• Must have Coronal Polishing and Dental Sealant Certifications or take and pass within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist chair-side by organizing and preparing instruments for procedures.
• Take digital x-rays and intra oral pictures (if applicable).
• Prepare and maintain dental instruments, materials, and equipment.
• Record patient health histories and input data for dentist reference.
• Advise patients on oral hygiene and dental care.
• Maintain sterilization logs and input data into SharePoint.
• Provide translation if bilingual.
• Meet and greet patients and escort them to the dental exam room.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Infection control

Bilingual translation (optional)

Education

High School diploma or GED

Accredited Dental Assisting program

Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or 1-year experience

Job description

The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center seeks a Dental Assistant to support dentists, hygienists, and the dental director in patient care. Duties include chair-side assistance, instrument prep, radiography, and patient comfort.

You will maintain patient records, assist with infection control, and contribute to a welcoming front-office presence, including translation if bilingual.