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Oral Surgery Assistant

Grove Dental Associates·Downers Grove, Illinois

$23 - $30/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 19 days ago
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About the role

Provide clinical chair-side assistance to surgeons during oral surgery procedures, including preparation, documentation, and sterilization. Monitor patient vitals during sedation and provide essential post-operative care instructions to patients.

Overview Travel Oral Surgery Assistant Location

  • Grove
  • Dental -
  • Bolingbrook &
  • Downers
  • Grove
  • Job
  • Type:
  • Full-Time
  • Pay: $23.00-$30.00/hour based on experience
  • Sign-On
  • Bonus: $1,000 About UsAt our practice, patient care comes first—every visit, every time. Guided by empathy, we are dedicated to transforming the dental experience for our patients. Partnering with North American Dental Group, we are empowered with the resources needed to deliver best-in-class care. Why Join Our Team?We pride ourselves on combining individuality, expertise, and teamwork to provide exceptional group dentistry. If you’re passionate about improving oral health and creating satisfied patients, we invite you to join us in redefining the culture of dentistry.
  • Your
  • Work
  • Schedule
  • Tuesday/Thursday (in
  • Downers
  • Grove) 7:45am-6:00pm
  • Wednesday/Friday (in
  • Bolingbrook) 7:45am-6:00pm (2)
  • Saturdays a
  • Month 6:45am-2:30pm Key Responsibilities Provide assistance to surgeons during procedures including preparation and documentation Provides excellent chair-side clinical support and assistance to
  • Doctors which includes but not limited to: charting and operatory set-up and clean-up Ability to work in a fast-paced environment possessing excellent interpersonal skills such as establishing positive relationships with our team and patients Ability to communicate professionally both orally and in writing with a service-oriented approach Take dental radiographs/x-rays as well as cone beam 3D scans Motivated to learn more and provide the best patient care at all times Maintain a caring and friendly environment that emphasizes patient care Assist with Sedation Processes
  • prepare patients for treatment by talking them through the procedure Monitor Patient Vital Statistics
  • monitor patient vital statistics and intravenous fluids during surgery and notify the surgeon about an issue as soon as it occurs. Sterilize Equipment- Keeping the surgery area clean and tidy is a key aspect of an oral surgery assistant’s role, so it’s important that all equipment is sterilized before and after use and that all preparation areas are thoroughly cleaned to meet health and safety regulations Provide Post-Operation Advice- After surgery, oral surgery assistants provide patients with follow-up instructions and postoperative care tips Ability to take impressions and pour up plaster diagnostics models What You’ll Need to Succeed Dental Assisting Certification or prior on-the-job training. 3-5 years of experience preferred Radiography/X-Ray certification (state-specific). Current CPR certification. Proficiency in MS Office Suite. A commitment to delivering exceptional service and patient education.
  • Why
  • You’ll
  • Love
  • Working
  • Here
  • Comprehensive
  • Benefits: Including 401(k).
  • Paid
  • Time
  • Off: Competitive PTO that grows with your career.
  • Career
  • Growth: Opportunities for continuing education and development.
  • Exciting
  • Work
  • Environment: A supportive atmosphere that celebrates individuality and teamwork, allowing you to thrive. Equal Opportunity EmployerWe embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Ready to Join Us?Apply today and be part of a team that’s revolutionizing dental care! North American Dental Group-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. The practices receive non-clinical business support services from North American Dental Group, a dental support organization. #NADG2

Requirements

Requires a Dental Assisting Certification or equivalent on-the-job training with 3-5 years of experience preferred. Must hold state-specific Radiography/X-Ray and current CPR certifications.

  • professional certificate
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Patient Education
  • MS Office Suite
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Post-operative Care
  • Dental Impressions
  • Dental Radiography
  • Chair-side Clinical Support
  • Patient Vital Monitoring
  • Cone Beam 3D Scanning
  • Sedation Process Assistance
  • Plaster Diagnostic Models

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k)
  • Professional Development
  • Continuing Education

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$23 - $30/hr
Location
Downers Grove, Illinois
Posted
Jul 9, 2026
Closes
Jul 9, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Grove Dental Associates

Grove Dental offers family-friendly care for every stage of life. Our state-of-the-art practice includes 30+ dentists with decades of experience, including every kind of dental specialty.

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Illinois dental roles favor experienced caregivers

In Illinois, dental support roles often draw steady interest because clinics need dependable staff who can communicate clearly, work safely, and adapt to patient flow. These positions can be competitive when employers want caregiving experience, a valid driver’s license, and background-check clearance, while benefits such as medical, dental, vision, flexible scheduling, and 401(k) may help candidates compare offers. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your caregiving experience and availability before applying.

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