Dental Assistant — Growth, Sign-On Bonus & Hands-On Care

Great Rivers Dental; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus up to $4,000

401(k) with matching

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Job summary

Great Rivers Dental in East Alton, IL is seeking a Dental Assistant to join a patient‑first team. You will assist dentists, prepare rooms, take radiographs, and help with expanded functions as certified. Training is provided to grow your skills and confidence.

Starting pay is based on experience with a clear growth path, and a sign-on bonus of up to $4,000 is available for qualified full-time hires. Join a supportive group offering benefits, PTO, and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Dental Assistant certification or 1–2 years of relevant clinical experience preferred but not required — we provide comprehensive, hands-on training.
• Experience with Open Dental, Dental Intelligence, or modern dental technology is a plus — we’ll train you if you’re eager to learn.
• Reliable, detail-oriented team player with growth mindset and commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assist chairside during a wide variety of dental procedures.
• Prepare and disinfect treatment rooms and instruments.
• Take radiographs and 3D scans in alignment with clinical protocol.
• Perform expanded functions (sealants, coronal polishing, nitrous monitoring) if certified.
• Educate and reassure patients about treatments and procedures.
• Maintain accurate patient records and treatment notes.
• Ensure compliance with infection control, OSHA, HIPAA, and safety standards.
• Support lab case management, sterilization, equipment maintenance, and daily operations.

Skills

Chairside assistance

X-rays

Infection control

Expanded functions

Patient education

Education

Dental Assistant certification

1–2 years clinical experience

Tools

Open Dental

Dental Intelligence

Job description

Great Rivers Dental in East Alton, IL is seeking a Dental Assistant to join a patient‑first team. You will assist dentists, prepare rooms, take radiographs, and help with expanded functions as certified. Training is provided to grow your skills and confidence.

Starting pay is based on experience with a clear growth path, and a sign-on bonus of up to $4,000 is available for qualified full-time hires. Join a supportive group offering benefits, PTO, and a collaborative culture.