Dental Assistant: Training, Growth & Flexible Schedule

Aspen Dental; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Career development

CE courses

Job summary

Aspen Dental in McHenry, Illinois is hiring a Dental Assistant. You will support clinicians, take x-rays, set up operatory, and help manage patient flow in a community-focused dental practice. We provide comprehensive training, competitive pay, and a supportive team culture.

Join us to contribute to patients’ smiles while growing your skills through ongoing education, benefits, and flexible scheduling. Apply today to start your career with Aspen Dental.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with dental team to provide exceptional patient care.
• High school diploma or equivalent; X-ray certification if required by state.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Take dental x-rays
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
• Execute patient handoffs and monitor patient flow within the practice
• Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health
• Complete denture soft relines and manufacture temporary crowns
• Perform quality impressions and bite registrations
• Perform digital intraoral scans
• Support patient charting for doctors
• Perform various office tasks as necessary
• Collaborate with practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Professional development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

X-ray certification (state requirements)

Job description

Aspen Dental in McHenry, Illinois is hiring a Dental Assistant. You will support clinicians, take x-rays, set up operatory, and help manage patient flow in a community-focused dental practice. We provide comprehensive training, competitive pay, and a supportive team culture.

Join us to contribute to patients’ smiles while growing your skills through ongoing education, benefits, and flexible scheduling. Apply today to start your career with Aspen Dental.