School of Dental Medicine - Dental Assistant (DA-I) (CS26-222)

School of Dental Medicine - Dental Assistant (DA-I) (CS26-222)

Salary: $35,058.83 Annually

Location: Alton, IL

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 01234

Organization: Dental Med, School of

Opening Date: 05/14/2026

Closing Date: 5/21/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA: Determined by Position

Description

School of Dental Medicine – Dental Assistant I (CS26-222)

Step into a role where your newfound skills will help shape the next generation of dental professionals while assisting and supporting patient care. As a Dental Assistant I (CS26-222) , you'll be a key player in a vibrant teaching clinic, working closely with students, residents, and faculty to create a smooth, safe, and welcoming experience for every student and patient.

What You'll Do

Dispensing & Inventory Management

• Maintain an adequate inventory of supplies, instruments, and equipment in the Dispensing area.
• Prepare procedure tray set-ups for each clinical session.
• Assemble, check out, and check in individual treatment trays for every patient.

Sterilization & Infection Control

• Clean and sterilize all instruments, supplies, and equipment required for patient treatment.
• Operate autoclaves and perform routine spore testing, maintaining performance records for technical services.
• Properly destroy and dispose of needles and anesthetic carpules in accordance with safety protocols.

Operatory & Equipment Oversight

• Inspect operatories daily for unreturned instruments, materials, and equipment.
• Stock operatories with necessary disposable supplies.
• Maintain a clean linen inventory to support smooth clinic flow.

Student & Clinical Support

• Assist students in selecting the proper materials and equipment needed for each clinical session.
• Maintain records of equipment loaned to faculty and students.
• Annually assist in preparation for mock and regional board examinations.

Why You'll Love This Role

• You'll play a vital part in ensuring the clinic runs efficiently and safely every day.
• Your organizational strengths will directly support student learning and patient care.
• You'll join a collaborative, mission-driven team where your contributions truly matter.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental terminology, instruments and treatment procedures.
• Requires knowledge of inventory control and sterilization.
• Must have good verbal communication skills.

Supplemental Information

Civil Service Information: Civil Service Application - FAQs Application Instructions: How to Apply - Step by Step (Download PDF reader)

Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, candidates must be a current Illinois resident.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 0197 – SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website.

Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application.

Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position.

Work Authorization Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at: View email address on click.appcast.io

EEO Statement: Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email View email address on click.appcast.io.

Benefits

SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at the percentage of appointment) including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance;
• University tuition waivers (full-time employees receive 100% waiver of tuition)
• Life insurance;
• SURS retirement plan;
• Supplemental retirement savings plans;
• Paid vacation and sick leave accrual;
• Generous holiday schedule/paid holidays;
• WorkLife programs;
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
• Employee discounts (local and national retailers);
• Flexible Spending Account Program;

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