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Dental Assistant

GREAT RIVERS DENTAL LLC•Bethalto, IL
•$28

About The Position

Great Rivers Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant for its patient-first team in Bethalto, Illinois. The role works side by side with dentists and hygienists to provide clinical care and help patients feel supported throughout their visits. The position is open to candidates with dental experience as well as those new to the field; comprehensive, hands-on training and mentorship are provided. The role offers opportunities to develop skills through continuing education and certification support, cross-training, and career advancement within a growing dental group. Pay is based on experience, skills, and certifications, with a stated opportunity to earn up to $27.50 per hour through a Skill Mastery System that rewards demonstrated and validated skills. Qualified full-time hires may receive a sign-on bonus of up to $4,000.

Requirements

  • Be reliable and detail-oriented, prepared, organized, and committed to excellence.
  • Collaborate respectfully, communicate clearly, and help teammates succeed.
  • Adapt to pressure and bring a positive, enthusiastic approach to work.
  • Embrace feedback, seek learning opportunities, and take initiative in professional development.

Nice To Haves

  • Dental Assistant certification or 1–2 years of relevant clinical experience; these are preferred but not required.
  • Knowledge of dental assisting techniques, x-rays, infection control, or expanded functions, or a strong desire to learn these areas.
  • Experience with Open Dental, Dental Intelligence, or modern dental technology.

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, including sealants, coronal polishing, and 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 qualified full-time hires.
  • Continuing education and certification support.
  • Cross-training and skill expansion.
  • Career advancement opportunities within a growing dental group.
  • 401(k) with matching.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Additional incentives and team bonuses.

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