Dental Assistant – Growth, CE & PTO Benefits

Areo Dental Group; Steger (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k offered

1 week PTO

Referral program

Team outings

Job summary

Areo Dental Group’s Steger Smiles is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support the dentist and team in delivering exceptional care.

You will take digital x-rays, document medical history, assist during procedures, maintain clean spaces, and follow OSHA/CDC guidelines. We offer a supportive culture, continuing education, and a generous benefits package.

Join a fast-growing, privately owned multi-practice group with opportunities for advancement and a commitment to core values.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental terminology.
• Experience in chair-side assisting.
• Ability to take impressions and temporary crowns.
• Comfortable with taking x-rays.
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Reliable transportation.
• A humble and eager-to-learn attitude!

Responsibilities

• Take digital x-rays and intra-oral photos.
• Document medical and dental history per dentist's instructions.
• Assist the dentist during procedures and ensure everything runs smoothly.
• Maintain clean and organized clinical areas for a great patient experience.
• Follow sterilization protocols as per OSHA and CDC guidelines.
• Restock rooms, track inventory, and assist with placing orders.
• Keep the team on schedule and ensure patients are seated on time.
• Provide a 5-star patient experience that encourages positive reviews.

Skills

Dental terminology

Chair-side assisting

X-ray imaging

Impressions and crowns

Professional communication

Time management

Reliable transportation

Eager-to-learn attitude

Job description

Areo Dental Group’s Steger Smiles is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support the dentist and team in delivering exceptional care.

You will take digital x-rays, document medical history, assist during procedures, maintain clean spaces, and follow OSHA/CDC guidelines. We offer a supportive culture, continuing education, and a generous benefits package.

Join a fast-growing, privately owned multi-practice group with opportunities for advancement and a commitment to core values.