Dental Assistant II
College of Dentistry
University of Illinois at Chicago
 

The College of Dentistry at the University of Illinois at Chicago is continuously seeking reliable, enthusiastic, self-starting dental assistant II’s who enjoy working in a diverse, clinical/teaching environment.

The College of Dentistry offers competitive hourly pay rates commensurate with experience.  In addition, all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick.  In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents.  Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

Dental Clinics Supported

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Ideal candidates will have surgical experience including monitoring patients during moderate sedation, local anesthesia and nitrous oxide procedures. Preferred qualifications include certification in Anesthesia Assistant Monitoring (or the ability to obtain certification within six months of hire), experience with airway management (with/without monitoring equipment), and flexibility to adjust to various dental providers preferences for dental instruments and procedures. 

Orthodontics
Ideal candidates will be able to perform simple orthodontic procedures such as regular banding and bonding; manipulating dental materials; and retracting and evacuating oral cavity. Preferred qualifications include experience in orthodontic assisting, techniques in bonding, and placing and removing arch wires.

Pediatric Dentistry
Ideal candidates will be able to take radiographs, take and pour impressions, and have nitrous oxide and sedation experience. Preferred qualifications include operating room experience, working with children and/or special needs patients, and the ability to speak and write English and Spanish.

Periodontics
Ideal candidates will have surgical experience and perform dental charting. Preferred qualifications include good oral and written communication skills, dependability, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, busy environment.

Restorative Dentistry
Ideal candidates will be able to provide chair-side surgical and restorative assistance by transferring dental instruments using the four-handed dentistry technique; will know how to adjust equipment to appropriate positions during treatment; will be able to transfer dental materials and aid in the retraction of soft tissues and evacuation of the oral cavity of debris to maintain a clear field.  Other strongly preferred qualifications include the ability to maintain asepsis of dental operatory before receiving, during treatment, and following dismissal of patients according to OSHA guidelines; experience exposing digital x-rays and assisting in the maintenance of radiographic equipment and files under the direction of the dentist; experience with reporting on malfunctioning operatory or x-ray equipment to appropriate personnel; helps identify and report general maintenance problems in the clinic.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Ideal candidates will have surgical experience including monitoring patients during moderate sedation, local anesthesia and nitrous oxide procedures.

Orthodontics
• Ideal candidates will be able to perform simple orthodontic procedures such as regular banding and bonding; manipulating dental materials; and retracting and evacuating oral cavity.

Pediatric Dentistry
• Ideal candidates will be able to take radiographs, take and pour impressions, and have nitrous oxide and sedation experience

Periodontics
• Ideal candidates will have surgical experience and perform dental charting

Restorative Dentistry
• Ideal candidates will be able to provide chair-side surgical and restorative assistance by transferring dental instruments using the four-handed dentistry technique; will know how to adjust equipment to appropriate positions during treatment; will be able to transfer dental materials and aid in the retraction of soft tissues and evacuation of the oral cavity of debris to maintain a clear field. 

• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

1. High school graduate or equivalent
2. Any one or any combination of the following, totaling Two years (24 months) of experience in the categories below:

a. Work experience in dental assisting comparable to that performed at the Dental Assistant I level of this series https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/documents/ClassSpecs/htm/spec0197.htm

b. Graduation from an accredited dental assisting school (must upload transcripts)

OR

c. Current Certification as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) by the Dental Assisting National Board, if required by the employing institution (must upload certificate)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual Language Skills - The ability to read, write, and verbally communicate in both English and Spanish.
• Experience working with children and/or special needs patients.

To Apply: For fullest consideration, please complete an online application by clicking the Proceed to Application button below AND submit an Exam Request for Dental Assistant II.

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 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: Dental Assistant II - JKN

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.

For fullest consideration, the above mentioned requirements must be submitted at the time of the application. 

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

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