Dental Assistant — Mission-Driven Community Clinic

Berliner Gasthausmission e. V.; Mendota (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Partnership of Illinois (CHP) in Mendota is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant to join our dental team. You will work closely with our dentist and clinical staff to provide high-quality, welcoming care to a diverse patient population.

Experienced assistants are encouraged to apply; candidates with a dental assisting program or relevant clinical experience are welcome to grow with us. Bilingual Spanish/English candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting experience, completion of a dental assisting program, or relevant clinical experience preferred
• Familiarity with dental instruments, infection-control practices, and sterilization procedures
• Dental X-ray qualification/certification preferred
• Strong communication and patient-service skills
• Dependable, organized, and attentive to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a healthcare team

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during dental examinations and procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care
• Assist with dental X-rays in accordance with applicable requirements
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment
• Take dental impressions and assist with other laboratory procedures
• Help patients feel comfortable and informed throughout their visit
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive dental care
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records
• Support appointment scheduling and other dental office functions as needed
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and patient-ready clinical environment

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Relevant clinical experience

Strong communication

Patient-service skills

Dependable

Organized

Education

Dental assisting program completion

Job description

Community Health Partnership of Illinois (CHP) in Mendota is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant to join our dental team. You will work closely with our dentist and clinical staff to provide high-quality, welcoming care to a diverse patient population.

Experienced assistants are encouraged to apply; candidates with a dental assisting program or relevant clinical experience are welcome to grow with us. Bilingual Spanish/English candidates are especially encouraged to apply.