Dental Assistant - South Bend, Patient-Focused, X-Ray Licensed

Dentalcenter In; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability benefits

401(k) plan

Continuing education and professional

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

The Dental Center of South Bend (Adult Care) in South Bend, IN is hiring a qualified Dental Assistant to join our clinical team. You will support dentists during procedures, prepare treatment rooms, take X-rays, and ensure clean, sterilized environments for every patient visit.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of hands-on dental assisting experience, a current X-ray license, and strong communication skills to help patients feel comfortable and informed throughout appointments.

Qualifications

• Hands-on dental assisting experience is required.
• Current dental X-ray license is required.
• EFDA experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms and equipment.
• Take dental X-rays as needed.
• Maintain sterilization and infection control protocols.
• Support patient comfort and education.
• Maintain accurate patient records.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

Dental Assistant certification / EFDA training

Tools

X-ray license

EFDA exposure (preferred)

Job description

The Dental Center of South Bend (Adult Care) in South Bend, IN is hiring a qualified Dental Assistant to join our clinical team. You will support dentists during procedures, prepare treatment rooms, take X-rays, and ensure clean, sterilized environments for every patient visit.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of hands-on dental assisting experience, a current X-ray license, and strong communication skills to help patients feel comfortable and informed throughout appointments.