Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery
Listed compensation
$20-$24/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
A team that is aligned and patient-focused creates a great environment for patients, and for you as a member of the team. This is what we strive to be and who we want to join us in providing the best care possible for patients to help our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence.
We are seeking a Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery that shares our passion for patient care and education, as well as creating a welcoming environment.
Responsibilities
Provide chair-side clinical support to Oral Surgeons by charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up
- Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment
- Take and process X-Rays
- Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files
- Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories
- Educate patients on the importance of their oral health and how it is best maintained
Qualifications
- Experience assisting an Oral Surgeon preferred
- Completion of a dental assisting program, certification as required by the State Dental Board
- Radiology certification required to be compliant with the State Dental Board
Excellent Time Management and Problem-solving Skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with a dental software, experience with Dentrix preferred
Excellent communication skills and a commitment to partnering with all team members to create a great environment
Benefits
As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy a rewarding career with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits for full-time Dental Assistants include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Program
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Employee Referral Program Bonuses
- Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
- 401k
- Career Growth Opportunities
- An equal opportunity employer and an advocate for diversity and inclusion
- Hourly rate
- $20—$24 USD
We take great pride in helping our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence. Daily, we are driven by our vision to provide an elite patient experience tailored to their needs to receive the best care possible.
Not only do our team members find it rewarding to help patients be healthier, but they also enjoy being part of an organization that supports their growth. Our commitment to professional development and promoting internally when appropriate allows for tremendous career opportunities.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Surgery Career Context
Elite Dental Partners holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 70/100, 33 active listings.
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$46k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $46k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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