Surgical Dental Assistant Jobs in Illinois
Surgical Dental Assistant jobs in Illinois are among the more active markets in the Midwest, with steady demand across oral surgery group practices, hospital dental departments, and multi-specialty dental service organizations serving urban and suburban populations. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Chicago, Naperville, and Schaumburg, where anchor employers such as Aspen Dental, Great Expressions Dental Centers, and Northwestern Memorial Hospital maintain consistent openings. The most sought-after specialties are oral and maxillofacial surgery support, implant procedures, and IV sedation monitoring. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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"Your life - our Mission"
OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF.
Pay range for this position is $34.25 - $51.13/hour. Actual pay is based on years of licensure. This is an Hourly position.
$3.25 Weekend Differential
Position Summary: Protects, promotes and restores health and wellness by practicing at the highest level of the Registered Nurse licensure; collaborating with providers and multidisciplinary care team members to provide care coordination across the continuum. Assesses and supports physical symptoms, provides psychological support to patients, friends, and families, mentors assigned team members, promotes best practices, and maintains professional disposition at all times. The RN Hospital Inpatient/ED operates in units that provide 24/7 care in the hospital.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
License/Certifications:
- Current Registered Nurse licensure by the State Board of Nursing in appropriate state (Illinois or Michigan)
- Current American Heart Association HealthCare Provider BLS is required prior to start date of employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- BSN
Experience:
- Experience as an RN in a healthcare environment
Other skills/knowledge:
- Electronic Medical Record and Microsoft application basic proficiency
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Total Rewards:
"Your life - our Mission"
OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF.
Pay range for this position is $34.25 - $51.13/hour. Actual pay is based on years of licensure. This is an Hourly position.
$3.25 Weekend Differential
Position Summary: Protects, promotes and restores health and wellness by practicing at the highest level of the Registered Nurse licensure; collaborating with providers and multidisciplinary care team members to provide care coordination across the continuum. Assesses and supports physical symptoms, provides psychological support to patients, friends, and families, mentors assigned team members, promotes best practices, and maintains professional disposition at all times. The RN Hospital Inpatient/ED operates in units that provide 24/7 care in the hospital.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
License/Certifications:
- Current Registered Nurse licensure by the State Board of Nursing in appropriate state (Illinois or Michigan)
- Current American Heart Association HealthCare Provider BLS is required prior to start date of employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- BSN
Experience:
- Experience as an RN in a healthcare environment
Other skills/knowledge:
- Electronic Medical Record and Microsoft application basic proficiency
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Surgical Dental Assistant Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- OSF HealthCare25
- Northwestern Medicine22
- Endeavor Health21
- Advocate Aurora Health16
- Hospital Sisters Health System15
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services101
- Medical Devices3
- Technology & Software3
- Education2
- Consulting & Professional Services2
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in surgical dental assistant jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois Dental Assistant Registration (DAR) from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Completion of an accredited dental assisting program or equivalent on-the-job training documentation
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an accredited provider
- Experience assisting with oral surgery procedures including extractions and implant placement
- Radiography proficiency and valid Illinois expanded function dental assistant credentials preferred
- Familiarity with dental practice management software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft
Surgical Dental Assistant Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a surgical dental assistant in Illinois?
To work as a surgical dental assistant in Illinois, you must register with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation as a Dental Assistant. Registration requires completing an accredited dental assisting program or demonstrating qualifying work experience, passing a background check, and maintaining current CPR certification. Candidates who want to take X-rays independently must also pass the Illinois radiation safety examination, which is administered through an approved testing provider.
Which companies hire surgical dental assistants in Illinois?
Companies currently hiring surgical dental assistants in Illinois include OSF HealthCare, Northwestern Medicine, and Endeavor Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Illinois's concentration of dental service organizations and hospital-affiliated oral surgery departments creates consistent year-round openings across both metropolitan Chicago and the broader suburban and downstate markets.
Which Illinois cities have the most surgical dental assistant jobs?
The Illinois cities with the most surgical dental assistant openings are Chicago, Springfield, and Rockford. Chicago drives the largest share of demand through its dense network of oral surgery practices, academic medical centers, and dental service organizations, while suburban hubs like Naperville and Schaumburg attract openings because large regional dental groups have concentrated their practices near those high-population corridors.
Are there remote surgical dental assistant jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they are rare. Surgical dental assisting is a hands-on chairside role that requires physical presence in a clinical setting, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 0% of surgical dental assistant openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those are almost exclusively administrative or patient coordination duties layered onto an otherwise on-site position.
How can I get hired as a surgical dental assistant in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited dental assisting program at an Illinois community college, such as those offered by Parkland College or Moraine Valley Community College, then targeting new-graduate openings at large dental service organizations that run structured onboarding for entry-level assistants. Candidates moving laterally from dental receptionist or sterilization technician roles are regularly considered. Earning your Illinois DAR registration and radiation certification before applying gives you a clear edge over candidates who have not yet completed those steps.
Where can I find and apply to surgical dental assistant jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to surgical dental assistant jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across oral surgery practices, dental service organizations, and hospital dental departments. Search the listings for roles that match your credentials and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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