Dental Assistant for IDD Care Clinic

Mercer University; Illinois; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement contributions

Tuition waivers

Paid vacation and sick leave

Technology discounts

Work-life balance

Job summary

The Mercer Center for IDD Care is seeking a Dental Assistant for the Macon, Georgia clinic. This role supports the dentist in clinical, administrative, and compliance tasks to ensure high-quality patient care in a welcoming space designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Mercer Center provides a broad range of services and emphasizes care that honors each patient’s individuality.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma/GED, along with one year of dental assisting experience.
• Candidate must have a valid CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

Responsibilities

• The Dental Assistant supports the dentist in clinical, administrative, and compliance-related functions to ensure efficient, high-quality patient care.
• Responsibilities include assisting during procedures, preparing treatment rooms, maintaining patient records, preparing and sterilizing instruments, and supporting front-office operations as needed.
• This role is essential for delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring efficient dental operations.

Skills

Dental instruments

Sterilization

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

The Mercer Center for IDD Care is seeking a Dental Assistant for the Macon, Georgia clinic. This role supports the dentist in clinical, administrative, and compliance tasks to ensure high-quality patient care in a welcoming space designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Mercer Center provides a broad range of services and emphasizes care that honors each patient’s individuality.