Dental Assistant

Job Description Job Description Sterilization Technician / Dental Assistant – Advanced Dental Care of Springfield Looking for a practice where you'll feel appreciated, supported, and excited to come to work? Advanced Dental Care of Springfield is growing, and we're looking for a dedicated Sterilization Technician / Dental Assistant to join our exceptional team. This role is primarily focused on instrument sterilization, infection control, and keeping our clinical team running efficiently, while also providing chairside dental assisting support as needed. If you're organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy being an essential part of a collaborative team, we'd love to meet you. Located in Springfield, IL, our well-established practice has earned an outstanding reputation for exceptional patient care and strong ties within the community. We offer a beautiful, modern office, a positive team culture, and supportive doctors and coworkers who truly enjoy working together. Why You'll Love Working Here Steady Monday through Friday schedule Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, PTO, and paid holidays State-of-the-art office and equipment Friendly, supportive team and leadership Respected practice with deep community roots Opportunities for continued learning and professional growth What You'll Do Sterilize, disinfect, and organize instruments while maintaining the highest infection control standards Ensure treatment rooms are fully stocked, clean, and prepared for patient care Monitor instrument inventory and support efficient clinical workflow Assist the doctor during procedures as needed Prepare patients for treatment and help create an exceptional patient experience Maintain accurate patient records and support day-to-day clinical operations What We're Looking For At least 1 year of dental assisting or dental sterilization experience CDA or RDA preferred; EFDA and radiology certification are a plus Strong understanding of sterilization protocols and infection control Experience with Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or similar dental software is preferred Reliable, organized, detail-oriented, and a true team player with a positive attitude If you're looking for a stable, long-term opportunity where your work is valued and your contributions make a real impact every day, we'd love to welcome you to the team at Advanced Dental Care of Springfield.