The Department of Clinical Affairs in the University of Illinois at Chicago is seeking a full-time, reliable, enthusiastic, self-starting Dental Assistant I who enjoys working in a diverse, clinical/teaching environment. The ideal candidates will perform duties such as chair-side assistance during treatment, assist with sterilization, maintain invenoty lists, and restock supplies.

1. Provide chair-side and other assistance to dental students in performing routine and surgical procedures including preparing equipment and areas for dental procedures.
2. Help/assist patients receiving treatment in the clinic in a polite and professional manner this includes assisting them with instructions and screening appointments.
3. Arranges equipment, pre-tray setups, dental materials and supplies, and patient’s records.
4. Assists supervisor in the ordering, stocking, inventory and distribution of supplies; ensures supplies and equipment are clean and put away after use.
5. Keep a running inventory of supplies and materials and order as necessary to ensure the areas are always equipped.
6. Make certain that all units/stations are prepared for patient treatment meeting OSHA requirements.
7. Notifying supervisors of any malfunctioning equipment in need of repairs.
8. Responsible for a high level of asepsis in the clinic.
9. Reports on malfunctioning operatory or x-ray equipment to appropriate personnel; helps identify and report general maintenance problems in the clinic
10. Obtains digital x-rays, processes and mounts dental radiographs as requested.
11. Communicates directly with patients as guided by the student or instructors/faculty; communicates in an appropriate and positive manner to guide and re-assure patients, as well as support the patient care mission of the institution
12. Prepares, organizes and packs instruments for sterilization.
13. Performs other related duties as assigned.

1. High School graduate or equivalent AND
2. Any one or any combination totaling one year (12 months) of the following training or experience:

a. formal training in dental assisting techniques and procedures

b. work experience in chair-side dental assisting

To Apply: For fullest consideration, please complete an online application by clicking the Apply for Position button below.

Please upload all valid certifications and transcripts within the document section of your online application. Documentation of high school completion (official transcripts, copy of diploma or GED certificate) is required in order to be eligible for this position within the University of Illinois at Chicago.

All civil service positions require an exam.  You will be required to report in person for this exam.

When completing your online application, please be sure to provide detailed information about your job knowledge and specific duties and responsibilities, as your qualifications for any Civil Service position will be primarily determined based on what is contained in the application. Dates of employment and if employed on a full or part time basis (including number of hours per week) must be indicated for each position held. Additional consideration will be given to supporting documentation i.e. resume, transcripts, licenses, and certifications so please be sure to attach all applicable documents.

If a degree or college coursework is required, you must provide official transcripts.

Transcripts/Licenses/Certifications MUST be uploaded electronically to your online application through the "Documents" page on the Civil Service Employment Application (page 4). Be sure to select the appropriate document type before uploading the document.

If your educational institution provides electronic transcripts, please have them sent to joannes@uic.edu

If your educational institution doesn’t provide electronic transcripts, they must mail the transcripts to:

University of Illinois at Chicago
Recruitment and Staffing
Human Resources Building Room 109
715 S. Wood Street M/C 862
Chicago IL 60612
Attn: CD3385 - Dental Assistant I

If an application and all applicable forms, transcripts, and supporting documents are not submitted by the close date, the applicant/employee will not be considered for this position and will be denied. 

For fullest consideration, the above mentioned requirements must be submitted no later than July 31, 2020. 

We appreciate your interest in employment at the University of Illinois at Chicago. 

The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  

This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.