Dental Assistant II — Chairside Care & Sterilization

Northshore Health Centers; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Northshore Health Centers in Gary, IN is seeking a Dental Assistant I to support dentists and hygienists in delivering primary dental care. You will handle patient intakes, sterilize instruments, prepare operatories, and assist with inventory management.

The role requires a High School Diploma and BLS certification; preferred formal dental assisting training and experience in healthcare. You will interact with patients, document treatment data, and work in a team‑oriented, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 2 weeks of hire is preferred.
• Formal dental assisting training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist and hygienist, prepare and sterilize instruments.
• Seat patients, take intake information, and document services rendered.
• Record treatment data in electronic health records.
• Prepare operatories, arrange supplies, and manage instruments.
• Provide chair-side assistance during procedures and transfer instruments.
• Assist with inventory control and stock dental supplies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Time management

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Formal dental assistant training

Tools

Dental software basics

Sterilization equipment familiarity

Job description

Northshore Health Centers in Gary, IN is seeking a Dental Assistant I to support dentists and hygienists in delivering primary dental care. You will handle patient intakes, sterilize instruments, prepare operatories, and assist with inventory management.

The role requires a High School Diploma and BLS certification; preferred formal dental assisting training and experience in healthcare. You will interact with patients, document treatment data, and work in a team‑oriented, fast-paced environment.