Dental Assistant

Smile Brands Inc.; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Brands Inc. seeks a dedicated Dental Assistant to support dentists, prepare rooms, and assist during procedures in a busy Illinois office. You’ll educate patients and help ensure a comfortable visit.

This role emphasizes infection control, patient communication, and teamwork, with opportunities to grow skills in a supportive environment and through ongoing training.

Qualifications

• CPR/BLS certification required or able to obtain before start date.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Positive, dependable, and eager to learn.
• Prior dental assisting experience preferred, depending on state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and treatment rooms for procedures.
• Assist dentists and specialists during examinations and procedures.
• Take and prepare dental X-rays and diagnostic records as allowed by state regulations.
• Provide patients with clear guidance on oral hygiene and aftercare.
• Maintain infection control, sterilization, and safety standards.
• Prepare and manage dental instruments and supplies.
• Support an organized, efficient clinical environment.
• Create a welcoming experience for every patient.
• Collaborate with the dental team to deliver exceptional care.

Education

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

As a Dental Assistant, you’ll play an important role in delivering exceptional patient care and helping the clinical team provide high-quality dentistry.

You’ll work alongside dentists, specialists and other dental professionals to help patients feel comfortable and confident throughout their visit. From preparing patients and treatment rooms to assisting during procedures and educating patients, your work makes a difference every day.

At Smile Brands, you’ll have the opportunity to build your skills, learn from experienced dental professionals and grow your career in a supportive team environment.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Make an impact — Help patients feel comfortable and cared for throughout their dental experience.
• Work as a team — Partner closely with dentists, hygienists and other clinical team members.
• Keep learning — Build your clinical skills through hands‑on experience, training and development opportunities.
• Grow your career — Gain experience that can help you take the next step in your dental career.
• Be part of a supportive environment — Work with a team that values collaboration, communication and patient care.
• Do meaningful work — Help patients improve their oral health and feel confident about their smiles.

Schedule (days/hours)

M: 8:00am-5:00pm, T: 9:00am-7:00pm, TH: 8:00am-5:00pm, S: 8:00am-1:00pm 2x per month

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, treatment rooms, instruments and equipment for dental procedures.
• Assist dentists and specialists during examinations and dental procedures.
• Take and prepare dental X‑rays and other diagnostic records, when permitted by state regulations and within your credentials.
• Provide patients with clear, compassionate guidance on oral hygiene and post‑treatment care.
• Maintain appropriate infection control, sterilization and safety standards.
• Prepare and maintain dental instruments and supplies.
• Support an efficient, organized clinical environment.
• Help create a welcoming, comfortable experience for every patient.
• Work collaboratively with the entire dental team to deliver exceptional care.

Qualifications

• Meet all state‑specific dental assistant credentialing requirements for the duties assigned in the state of employment.
• Current CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain before your start date.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine commitment to patient care.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Positive, dependable and willing‑to‑learn attitude.
• Previous dental assisting experience preferred, but qualified new dental assistants may be considered depending on the practice and state requirements.

Compensation

$20-$23

About Us

Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off (“PTO”), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan.

Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone!® Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site.

Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].