Dental Assistant Jobs in Decatur, IL (2)
Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Dental Assistant Instructor
Dental Hygienist
Registered Dental Hygienist
Job Description
Working as a Dental Assistant in Decatur, IL
There are 2 Dental Assistant opportunities available in Decatur, IL all with unique requirements.
Dental Assistants assist general dentists by cleaning patients' teeth and by taking X-rays to help detect tooth decay. They also record patients' medical histories and apply dental materials or cleanings to teeth. As a Dental Assistant, you may perform a variety of routine hygienist tasks while assisting the dentist and other dental specialists. You may also apply sealants, perform basic fillings, and take impressions of patients' teeth to prepare for crowns or bridgework.
Dental Assistant jobs near Decatur, IL
Dental Assistants in Decatur, IL Resume Data
Average Experience for Dental Assistants in Decatur, IL
- More than 10 years: 48%
- 6-10 years: 28%
- 3-5 years: 16%
- 1-2 years: 6%
- Less than 1 year: 2%
Educational Background for Dental Assistants in Decatur, IL
- Diploma: 59%
- Associates: 23%
- Bachelors: 9%
- Doctorate: 5%
- Masters: 4%
Top Skill for Dental Assistants in Decatur, IL
- Customer focus & orientation: 28%
- Attention to detail: 15%
- Administrative assistant/receptionist: 10%
- Electronic health records: Best practices: 10%
- Filing & organization: 8%
- Work style: Reliability: 8%
- Scheduling: 8%
- Call center customer service: 5%
- Customer service: 5%
- Work motivation: 5%
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