Dental Assistant
About The Position
At Great Rivers Dental, we believe dental care is personal — and exceptional patient experiences start with a compassionate, skilled team. We’re looking for a Dental Assistant to join our collaborative, patient-first environment in East Alton, IL. If you’re detail-oriented, compassionate, and eager to make a difference in people’s lives, we’d love to meet you — whether you have dental experience or are brand new to the field! At Great Rivers Dental, we provide comprehensive, hands-on training and mentorship to help you grow your skills and confidence as part of a supportive, patient-centered team.
Requirements
- Reliable & Detail-Oriented: You show up prepared, organized, and committed to excellence.
- Team Player: You collaborate with respect, communicate clearly, and help others succeed.
- Adaptable & Positive: You stay composed under pressure and bring enthusiasm to every day.
- Growth Mindset: You embrace feedback, seek opportunities to learn, and take initiative in your professional development.
Nice To Haves
- Dental Assistant certification or 1–2 years of relevant clinical experience preferred but not required — we provide comprehensive, hands-on training for the right candidate.
- Knowledge of assisting techniques, x-rays, infection control, or expanded functions is a plus — or a strong desire to learn and grow in these areas.
- Experience with Open Dental, Dental Intelligence, or modern dental technology preferred, but we’ll train you if you’re eager to learn.
Responsibilities
- Assist chairside during a wide variety of dental procedures
- Prepare and disinfect treatment rooms and instruments
- Take radiographs and 3D scans in alignment with clinical protocol
- Perform expanded functions (sealants, coronal polishing, nitrous monitoring) if certified
- Educate and reassure patients about treatments and procedures
- Maintain accurate patient records and treatment notes
- Ensure compliance with infection control, OSHA, HIPAA, and safety standards
- Support lab case management, sterilization, equipment maintenance, and daily operations
Benefits
- Up to $4,000 Sign-On Bonus for experienced Dental Assistants
- Continuing education and certification support
- Cross-training and skill expansion
- Career advancement within a growing dental group
- 401(k) with matching
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Additional incentives and team bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
