Dental Assistant

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

. Assist dentist at chairside during examination and treatment of patients .

Posted 10/26/2026part-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesJunior💰 $19 - $29 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in assisting with dental procedures, maintaining a clean and organized operatory, and managing patient interactions effectively. Possesses essential skills in dental equipment maintenance, x-ray operation, and inventory management.

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Dental AssistingX-Ray OperationCoronal PolishingCertified CPRPediatric Dental Experience

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Hard Skills

Dental Instrument PreparationRestorative Material PreparationPatient Chart ManagementDental Impression TakingSterilization Procedures

Soft Skills

Patient SupportCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Computer-Based ProgramsDental EquipmentWater Purification System

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified CPR

Industry Keywords

Dental ProceduresOrthodontic ProceduresPrivate PracticeGeneral AnesthesiaProcess Improvement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist dentist at chairside during examination and treatment of patients
Escort patients from the waiting room to the dental operatory and prepare them for treatment
Arrange dental instruments, materials and medications on chairside trays
Keep oral operating areas clean during procedures
Prepare restorative materials and assist during dental and orthodontic procedures
Prepare operating rooms and procedure suites for dental procedures
Assist with dental services performed under general anesthesia
Ensure dental equipment is in working order
Take x-rays and maintain x-ray equipment
Perform coronal polishing as assigned
Prepare instruments and hand pieces for sterilization and maintain inventory
Keep operatories clean and stocked
Answer the telephone when clerical staff is unavailable
Prepare patient charts and enter dentist-dictated notations in a computer-based program
Obtain information for parents to schedule follow-up visits and perform patient support clerical activities
Take dental impressions, send them to the lab, and assist with appliance deliveries
Deliver medications and pharmaceutical products to appropriate patient care providers
Orient new and contingent dental assistant staff
Participate in department process improvement activities
Maintain the water purification system
Keep the daily AED functionality log

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum one year experience in private practice
Some computer skills required
Certified CPR required
Ability to travel to different sites as needed
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Completion of an approved dental assistant program is preferred
Pediatric dental experience is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program and specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Discount purchasing program
Differentials for some hourly employees, where applicable
Wellbeing programs