Dental Assistant, Coronal Polishing

Associates for Dental Care, LLC; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid maternity leave

8 holidays + 2 floating holidays

PTO including Illinois sick leave

Scrub allowance

Job summary

Premier Dental Group of Merrillville is seeking a Dental Assistant with Coronal Polishing Certification to join our team in Merrillville, IN. You will provide chairside support, perform coronal polishing, and assist with radiography while maintaining a pristine, organized operatory.

Enjoy a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package. Competitive pay up to $25/hour plus a monthly bonus incentive, full benefits (health, vision, dental, 401(k)),

Qualifications

• Coronal polishing certification is required.
• At least 2 years of dental assisting experience.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, patient-first mindset.
• Familiarity with Dentrix Ascend or other dental software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver top-notch chairside assistance, ensuring patient comfort.
• Perform coronal polishing with skill.
• Take and process X-rays with precision.
• Keep instruments, operatories, and records clean, safe, and organized.
• Bring energy, teamwork, and a positive attitude to every patient interaction.

Skills

Coronal polishing certification

Dental assisting experience

Communication skills

Dentrix Ascend knowledge

Tools

Dentrix Ascend

Job description

Description

Dental Assistant with Coronal Polishing Certification – Premier Dental Group of Merrillville (IN), Up to $25/hour

Looking for a career where you can shine, grow, and make a real difference? Come join the Premier Dental Group of Merrillville team, part of Great Lakes Dental Partners! We live our core values every day—Service, Mastery, Integrity, Leadership, and Entrepreneurial Thinking—to create one of the best places to work in dental care.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Competitive pay up to $25/hour, plus monthly bonus incentive
• Full benefits package: health, vision, dental insurance + 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• 8 Paid Holidays + 2 Paid Floating Holidays
• Rich PTO plan, including paid IL Sick Leave
• $100 annual scrub allowance
• Ongoing CE and training—we invest in your growth
• Core Value and Referral Programs
• Fun, organization-wide and Dental Assistant specific social and training events

Your Schedule:

• Monday, Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Tuesday, Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Fridays 9:0 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver top-notch chairside assistance, ensuring patient comfort every step of the way
• Perform coronal polishing with skill and confidence
• Take and process x-rays with precision
• Keep instruments, operatories, and records clean, safe, and organized
• Bring a smile, energy, and teamwork to every patient interaction

At GLDP, we believe when our people thrive, our patients thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career with a team that values you, let’s smile brighter together!

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Requirements

What You’ll Bring:

• Coronal polishing certification (required)
• At least 2 year of dental assisting experience
• Strong communication skills and a positive, patient-first mindset
• Familiarity with Dentrix Ascend or other dental software is a plus