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Dental Assistant

janet s stopka dds

Burr Ridge, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$21–$25
SKILLS
Cleanroom, Clinical Support, Dentistry, Educational Technology, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Healthcare Quality, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Infection Control, Laboratory, Medical Assistance, Operations, Order Management, Order Picking/Packing, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Radiography, Sterilization, Team Player
LOCATION
Burr Ridge, IL
POSTED
1 day ago

Dental Assistant – Burr Ridge, IL

Our private dental practice in Burr Ridge, Illinois is seeking a motivated and skilled Dental Assistant to join our supportive, high-quality clinical team. With a team of 7 and a strong focus on digital dentistry, we are looking for someone who thrives in a modern environment and takes pride in supporting exceptional patient care. This position reports to one location only.

Schedule

  • Monday through Thursday
  • Some Friday mornings

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures
  • Assist the doctor and occasionally support the hygienist
  • Set up and clean treatment rooms
  • Maintain treatment room organization and efficiency
  • Manage instrument sterilization and infection control protocols
  • Maintain dental treatment rooms and equipment
  • Take digital X-rays and panographs
  • Assist with CEREC Prime scanning (a plus)
  • Manage incoming and outgoing lab cases
  • Log equipment maintenance
  • Manage dental supply orders
  • Seat patients comfortably and ensure a positive experience
  • Read and follow dental material instructions and package directions
  • Utilize Dentrix software
  • Support the clinical team to ensure smooth daily operations

Requirements

  • Minimum 2+ years of dental assisting experience
  • Experience with digital X-rays and panographs required
  • CEREC Prime scanning experience is a plus
  • Experience with Dentrix software preferred
  • Comfortable using computers and reading technical instructions
  • Strong understanding of infection control protocols
  • Digital dentistry experience preferred
  • Motivated, team-oriented mindset
  • Good chairside manner in a high-quality clinical environment
  • Ability to follow instructions and maintain organization

Pay & Compensation

  • $21 to $25 per hour, depending on skills and experience
  • $25+ for expanded duties dental assistant
  • 401(k)

We are looking for a candidate who understands that the main event of a dental office is the providers seeing patients and delivering excellent care, and who takes pride in supporting that mission. If you are organized, motivated, and ready to contribute to a collaborative team culture, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits:

  • 401k, PTO

Compensation:

  • $21-$25/hour

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