Dental Assistant - CHP Mendota Health Center

Community Health Partnership of Illinois (CHP); Mendota (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Partnership of Illinois (CHP) in Mendota, IL is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant to join our dental team. You will work closely with the dentist to provide welcoming, high-quality care to patients from diverse backgrounds.

Role involves chairside support, room setup, X-ray assistance, sterilization, and patient education. Bilingual Spanish/English candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Compensation: $18–$21 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting experience, completion of a dental assisting program, or relevant clinical experience preferred
• Familiarity with dental instruments, infection-control practices, and sterilization procedures
• Dental X-ray qualification/certification preferred
• Strong communication and patient-service skills
• Dependable, organized, and attentive to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a healthcare team

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during dental examinations and procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care
• Assist with dental X-rays in accordance with applicable requirements
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment
• Take dental impressions and assist with other laboratory procedures
• Help patients feel comfortable and informed throughout their visit
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive dental care
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records
• Support appointment scheduling and other dental office functions as needed
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and patient-ready clinical environment

Skills

Dental assistant experience

Infection control

Patient service

Communication

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Education

Dental assisting program completed

Job description

Join a Team Making Dental Care More Accessible in Mendota

Community Health Partnership of Illinois (CHP) is a nonprofit community health organization providing medical, dental, and behavioral health services to underserved communities throughout Illinois.

We are looking for a compassionate and dependable Dental Assistant to join our Mendota dental team. In this role, you\'ll work closely with our dentist and clinical team to provide welcoming, high-quality care to patients from diverse backgrounds.

Experienced Dental Assistants are encouraged to apply, and we also welcome candidates who have completed a dental assisting program or have relevant clinical experience and are eager to grow their skills.

What You\'ll Do

• Provide chairside assistance during dental examinations and procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care
• Assist with dental X-rays in accordance with applicable requirements
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment
• Take dental impressions and assist with other laboratory procedures
• Help patients feel comfortable and informed throughout their visit
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive dental care
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records
• Support appointment scheduling and other dental office functions as needed
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and patient-ready clinical environment

What We\'re Looking For

• Dental assisting experience, completion of a dental assisting program, or relevant clinical experience preferred
• Familiarity with dental instruments, infection-control practices, and sterilization procedures
• Dental X-ray qualification/certification preferred
• Strong communication and patient-service skills
• Dependable, organized, and attentive to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a healthcare team

Bilingual Spanish/English candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

Why CHP?

At CHP, your work directly supports patients who may otherwise face barriers to receiving dental care. You\'ll be part of a mission-driven healthcare organization focused on providing accessible, culturally responsive care to the communities we serve.

Compensation: $18–$21 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

If you\'re passionate about patient care and want to grow your dental assisting experience while making a difference in the Mendota community, we\'d love to hear from you.