Dental Assistant: On-the-Job Training & Growth

Familia Dental; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays & Time Off

Access to Financial Advisors

Basic Life & AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Short-Term Disability

Voluntary Long-Term Disability

On demand Pay

Job summary

Familia Dental in Elgin, IL is hiring Dental Assistants with on-the-job training. No certification required to start; prior experience is a plus. You will support dentists, manage rooms, take patient histories, and help educate patients on oral health in a fast-paced, compassionate environment.

Join a values-driven team focused on quality care and community outreach. Training provided to help you grow into dental healthcare career opportunities at Familia Dental.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Comfort with a fast-paced dental office and teamwork.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain accuracy.
• Must meet state DA duties requirements and CPR/BLS credentials.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients in a courteous, professional manner.
• Ensure treatment rooms are stocked and ready for procedures.
• Record medical and dental histories and vital signs.
• Document procedures per instructions and legal requirements.
• Take and develop dental X-rays and assist during procedures.
• Sterilize instruments and prepare trays for DMDs.
• Educate patients on oral health and hygiene practices.
• Attend morning huddles and participate in team meetings.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Detail oriented

Time management

Organizational skills

BLS/CPR certification

Radiography certification

Tools

Denticon

Job description

Familia Dental in Elgin, IL is hiring Dental Assistants with on-the-job training. No certification required to start; prior experience is a plus. You will support dentists, manage rooms, take patient histories, and help educate patients on oral health in a fast-paced, compassionate environment.

Join a values-driven team focused on quality care and community outreach. Training provided to help you grow into dental healthcare career opportunities at Familia Dental.