Dental Assistant - Growth, Cutting-Edge Tools & Benefits

Ideal Dental; Stone Park (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental benefits

Paid holidays

PTO

CPR recertification

401K

Employee scholarship program

Job summary

Ideal Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant to join a fast-growing, clinician-founded practice focused on patient-centered care. You will support procedures, take X-rays, and ensure a clean, efficient operatory environment while educating patients on oral hygiene and maintaining safety standards.

The role offers opportunities to grow with cutting-edge technology and a culture that values compassion and excellence in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Dental Assistant License.
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of experience as an RDA in a dental practice.
• DeNovo Offices: New acquired offices may require travel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with a wide range of dental procedures, ensuring patients are comfortable.
• Take dental x-rays with precision to support diagnoses.
• Prepare and break down operatories after each procedure, keeping a clean workspace.
• Manage patient flow by facilitating smooth handoffs during visits.
• Ensure infection control standards and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices for long‑term health.
• Take accurate impressions and bite registrations for appliances.
• Conduct digital iTero scans for diagnostic data.
• Assist with patient charting and documentation for doctors.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver excellent patient experiences.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Infection control

Education

Registered Dental Assistant License

CPR certification

Tools

iTero scanner

X-ray imaging

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Ideal Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant to join a fast-growing, clinician-founded practice focused on patient-centered care. You will support procedures, take X-rays, and ensure a clean, efficient operatory environment while educating patients on oral hygiene and maintaining safety standards.

The role offers opportunities to grow with cutting-edge technology and a culture that values compassion and excellence in a collaborative team setting.