Dental Assistant – Sign-On Bonus | Mon-Thu 8am-5pm

Dental Care Alliance; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability benefits

401(k) plan

Continuing education support

Modern dental technology

Job summary

The Dental Center of Mishawaka, part of Dental Care Alliance, is hiring a Dental Assistant in Mishawaka, IN to support our clinical team with patient care in a team-based setting.

Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, taking X-rays, assisting dentists, and maintaining patient records while following safety and infection control protocols. One year of experience and X-ray certification required; expanded functions certification preferred.

Qualifications

• One year or more on-the-job-experience with supporting documentation.
• X-Ray certification, required.
• Expanded Functions Dental Assistant - Required.
• Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake.
• Assist in managing dental and medical emergencies with CPR readiness.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

CPR certification

Education

High school diploma

X-Ray certification

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Certification

Tools

X-Ray equipment

Sterilization equipment

Job description

The Dental Center of Mishawaka, part of Dental Care Alliance, is hiring a Dental Assistant in Mishawaka, IN to support our clinical team with patient care in a team-based setting.

Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, taking X-rays, assisting dentists, and maintaining patient records while following safety and infection control protocols. One year of experience and X-ray certification required; expanded functions certification preferred.