Dental Assistant

A Lifetime of Smiles; LaSalle (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Profit sharing

Training & development

Wellness resources

Dental insurance

Donation matching

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Signing bonus

Health insurance

Job summary

A Lifetime of Smiles is seeking a dependable, people-focused Part-Time Dental Assistant in Illinois. No experience is required as we provide hands-on training and mentorship alongside four experienced doctors in a modern practice offering comprehensive care.

This role is perfect for recent graduates, students pursuing healthcare, or career changers who want to start a meaningful new career with growth and advancement opportunities. You’ll learn in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Dependable teammate with good communication.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a busy dental setting.
• Interest in dentistry and building a career; previous dental experience welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors during patient care.
• Prepare and disinfect treatment rooms.
• Sterilize instruments and follow infection-control standards.
• Take digital X-rays as training and certification allow.
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after treatment.
• Provide patient education and post-treatment instructions.
• Maintain an organized and efficient clinical environment.
• Learn how a modern, comprehensive dental practice operates.

Skills

Positive attitude

Willing to learn

Dependable

Good communication

Organized

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Interest in dentistry

No prior experience required

Job description

Part-Time Dental Assistant

Interested in dentistry but don’t have experience yet? That’s okay. We’ll teach you. A Lifetime of Smiles is looking for a dependable, people-focused individual who is ready to learn the skills needed to become a great Dental Assistant. This position could be an excellent fit for a recent graduate, college student pursuing healthcare, career changer, or someone ready to begin a meaningful new career. You’ll receive hands-on training, mentorship, and the opportunity to learn alongside four experienced doctors in a modern dental practice offering comprehensive care.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching


• Bonus based on performance


• Company parties


• Competitive salary


• Employee discounts


• Flexible schedule


• Free food & snacks


• Free uniforms


• Opportunity for advancement


• Profit sharing


• Training & development


• Wellness resources


• Dental insurance


• Donation matching


• Paid time off


• Tuition assistance


• Signing bonus


• Health insurance

Part-Time Dental Assistant

Interested in dentistry but don’t have experience yet? That’s okay. We’ll teach you. A Lifetime of Smiles is looking for a dependable, people-focused individual who is ready to learn the skills needed to become a great Dental Assistant. This position could be an excellent fit for a recent graduate, college student pursuing healthcare, career changer, or someone ready to begin a meaningful new career. You’ll receive hands-on training, mentorship, and the opportunity to learn alongside four experienced doctors in a modern dental practice offering comprehensive care.

What We Offer

• Flexible part‑time schedule


• No evenings or weekends


• Competitive pay based on experience


• Hands‑on training and mentorship


• Continuing education and professional development


• Opportunities to expand your skills and grow your career


• 401(k) with company match for eligible employees


• Paid time off for eligible employees


• Free gym membership


• Complimentary espresso bar


• Free on‑site parking


• A positive, supportive team environment

What You’ll Learn and Do

• Assist our doctors during patient care


• Prepare and disinfect treatment rooms


• Sterilize instruments and follow infection‑control standards


• Take digital X-rays as training and certification allow


• Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after treatment


• Provide patient education and post‑treatment instructions


• Maintain an organized and efficient clinical environment


• Learn how a modern, comprehensive dental practice operates

Who We’re Looking For

• Someone with a positive attitude and a genuine willingness to learn


• A dependable teammate


• A kind communicator who enjoys helping people


• Someone who is organized and pays close attention to details


• A person who can adapt and stay focused during a busy day


• Someone interested in learning new skills and building a future in dentistry


• Previous dental experience is welcome, but it is not required. We are ready to train the right person.

About A Lifetime of Smiles

For more than 27 years, A Lifetime of Smiles has served the Illinois Valley through comprehensive, patient-centered dental care. Our team provides preventive, restorative, cosmetic, implant, orthodontic, and surgical dentistry, giving our Dental Assistants opportunities to learn far beyond the basics. Our vision is Improving People’s Lives Through Dentistry, and we believe that starts with investing in our team.

If you are looking for more than a typical part‑time job and want an opportunity to learn, grow, and make a difference, we would love to meet you.