Dental Assistant - Full-Scope Care, Calm Chairside

CORDENTAL Group; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

401(k) with employer match

Team building events

Job summary

Sauk Valley Dental in Dixon, IL is seeking a motivated Dental Assistant for a full-time position. You will provide chairside support across diverse procedures, prepare operatories, manage radiographs, and uphold strict infection control. You’ll also assist with patient check-in/out and scheduling while maintaining compliant patient records.

The ideal candidate holds an IL Dental Assistant Permit, CPR, and a proactive, patient-centered approach in a busy practice.

Qualifications

• Illinois Dental Assistant Permit required with radiography training and radiation safety completion.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Expanded functions experience or certification is a plus.
• Able to multitask confidently in a busy clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance across a wide range of procedures.
• Set up operatories and prepare instruments and materials for appointments.
• Take and process dental radiographs in compliance with Illinois regulations.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control protocols.
• Maintain patient records in HIPAA-compliant manner.
• Assist with administrative duties such as scheduling and check-in/out.

Skills

Patient communication

Multitasking

Patient-centered care

Self-management

Education

Illinois Dental Assistant Permit

Radiation safety course

Radiography training (IL)

Tools

Dental practice management software

Digital radiography equipment

Job description

Sauk Valley Dental in Dixon, IL is seeking a motivated Dental Assistant for a full-time position. You will provide chairside support across diverse procedures, prepare operatories, manage radiographs, and uphold strict infection control. You’ll also assist with patient check-in/out and scheduling while maintaining compliant patient records.

The ideal candidate holds an IL Dental Assistant Permit, CPR, and a proactive, patient-centered approach in a busy practice.