School of Dental Medicine - Dental Assistant (DA-II) at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville – Alton, Illinois

Positio Title: School of Dental Medicine - Dental Assistant (DA-II)

Location: Alton, IL
Apply Before: 01215
FLSA: Determined by Position

Description: Description

School of Dental Medicine - Dental Assistant II

Step into a role where your skills will help our school shape the next generation of dental professionals while supporting exceptional patients. As a Dental Assistant II, 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

Operatory & Equipment Care

• Prepare, clean, and disinfect operatories before and after each appointment.
• Maintain dental equipment, handpieces, and operatory readiness, reporting issues promptly.

Sterilization & Infection Control

• Clean, sterilize, and prepare instruments according to infection control standards.
• Ensure proper disposal of needles, carpules, and regulated materials.

Inventory & Clinical Operations

• Stock and restock supplies, instruments, and materials in operatories and labs.
• Dispense instruments throughout the day and track items loaned to students and faculty.

Clinical & Patient Support

• Provide chairside assistance during a variety of dental procedures, record oral conditions, medical/dental histories, and vital signs.
• Prepare patients for treatment and escort them throughout the clinic, including radiology.

Why You'll Love This Role

• You'll be part of a mission-driven team that values learning, collaboration, and patient-centered care.
• Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to grow your clinical and organizational skills.
• You'll make a meaningful impact on both patient experiences and student success.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Any one of the following categories below:
   1. Six (6 months) of work experience in dental assisting comparable to that performed at the Dental Assistant I level of this series.
   2. Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting School.
   3. Current Certification as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) by the Dental Assisting National Board, if required by the employing institution.

This person will have in-depth knowledge and/or experience in assisting in general dentistry. Thorough understanding of the disinfecting and sterilization of instruments and equipment and the preparation of treatment trays. Must be able to operate a computer in order to work in the clinical management software on a daily basis. Must have thorough knowledge and understand how to enter treatment information in patient charts. Must know how to properly expose and develop radiographs. Must know the instruments, equipment, materials and techniques used in general dentistry in order to participate in four-hand sit down dentistry in the clinic.

FLSA: Non-exempt

Supplemental Information

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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: 4528 - SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .

Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.

Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

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. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu

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 careerinfo@siue.edu .
Opening Date: 03/25/2026

Closing Date: 4/10/2026 11:59 PM Central

Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website: https://www.siue.edu/