Dental Assistant

Job overview

The Dental Assistant role is onsite in Rockford, IL, paying $15–$17 per hour. Dental Dreams’ mission is to provide high-quality dental services in first-class facilities, including to underserved communities. The assistant supports the dentist during examinations and treatment while helping maintain efficient, organized clinical operations. The role contributes to patient care through chairside assistance, imaging, instrument sterilization, treatment-plan support, and customer service.

What you'll do

• Assist the dentist during examinations and treatment
• chart during examinations
• take and process X-rays
• sterilize and maintain instruments and the sterilization area
• set up and break down operatories
• assist with supply inventory and ordering
• maintain a clean, professional office
• help present or explain treatment plans
• provide customer service and communicate with the team.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dental assistant

chairside assistance

dental x-rays

instrument sterilization

patient care

rockford il

dental dreams

$15–$17/hr

no experience required

spanish preferred

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical and vision insurance, free dental treatment at Dental Dreams locations, PTO, 401(k), life insurance, pet insurance, and more.

Why this role

No dental assistant experience is required. Spanish bilingual ability and healthcare experience are preferred. Benefits include medical and vision insurance, free dental treatment at company locations, PTO, 401(k), life insurance, and pet insurance.

About the employer

Dental Dreams is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.