Dental Assistant (Long Grove, United States)

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
$25-$30/Hour | 4-5 Days/Week | Friendly, Modern Office
Long Grove Dental - Long Grove, Illinois

Join a vibrant, patient-first dental office where care and connection go hand-in-hand. At Long Grove Dental, part of United Dental Corporation, we are passionate about creating a warm, welcoming space for patients of all ages-where clinical excellence meets comfort and fun.

We're looking for a Dental Assistant (DA) who's compassionate, confident, and ready to make a real difference in our patients' lives. If you thrive in a positive team setting and love helping others feel at ease in the chair, we'd love to meet you!

What You'll Love About This Role

• $25-$30 per hour, based on experience
• Commute friendly schedule
• Three Saturdays a month (required)
• Full benefits package (for 25+ hours/week):
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with 4% match
• Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program: Free confidential counseling and support
• Voluntary benefits: Pet insurance, identity theft protection, and more

• All PPE provided - safe and compliant workplace
• Continuing education opportunities

What You'll Do

• Assist the doctor chairside during exams and procedures
• Take x-rays, impressions, and document detailed patient notes
• Anticipate the doctor's needs and maintain treatment flow
• Use creativity to comfort anxious or pediatric patients
• Help manage the daily schedule and reduce wait times
• Assist with front desk tasks and verify patient insurance eligibility
• Maintain treatment rooms and follow sterilization protocols
• Promote dental education and home care to patients and families
• Stay current on safety, compliance, and licensure requirements

Requirements

• Active DA License/Certificate in the state of Illinois
• 2+ years of dental assisting experience preferred
• Strong clinical, communication, and team skills
• Excellent professionalism, reliability and dependability
• Comfortable with both patient care and front office support
• A positive attitude and the ability to work independently or with a team

Benefits

• Full Time Opportunity - Minimum 4 days a week, Saturdays required.

• Monday, 10 am to 6 pm
• Tuesday, 10 am to 6 pm
• Wednesday, 7 am to 2 pm
• Thursday, 7 am to 2 pm
• Saturday, 8 am to 2 pm (3 Saturdays a month)
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Paid Time Off, 7 paid holidays of you work more than 25 hours a week.