Orthodontic Dental Assistant
Smile Brands·Park Ridge, Illinois
Smile Brands·Park Ridge, Illinois
The Orthodontic Dental Assistant supports the orthodontist by handling bracket adjustments, aligners, and preparing patients for procedures. They are also responsible for maintaining clinical hygiene, documenting treatment in electronic records, and providing oral hygiene education to patients.
At DiFranco Orthodontics, supported by Smile Brands, we're passionate about creating confident, healthy smiles in a positive, stress-free, and even fun environment.
Our team is committed to providing exceptional orthodontic care while ensuring every patient feels welcomed, comfortable, and valued.
If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate Orthodontic Dental Assistant who enjoys working in a collaborative, patient-focused practice, we'd love to meet you.
As an Orthodontic Dental Assistant, you'll play a vital role in delivering outstanding patient care and supporting our orthodontist throughout the treatment journey.
You'll help create an exceptional patient experience while contributing to a welcoming and efficient clinical environment.
Schedule (days/hours)
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 start date) Strong communication and commitment to excellent patient care
Preferred Qualifications: 2+ years of orthodontic experience
Compensation: $26-$30/hour About Us
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 careers@smilebrands.com. #FOBOInd26
Candidates must meet state-specific dental assistant credentialing requirements and hold a current CPR/BLS certification. While not required, over two years of orthodontic experience is preferred.
Market context
In Illinois, dental support roles often draw steady interest because clinics need dependable staff who can communicate clearly, work safely, and adapt to patient flow. These positions can be competitive when employers want caregiving experience, a valid driver’s license, and background-check clearance, while benefits such as medical, dental, vision, flexible scheduling, and 401(k) may help candidates compare offers. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your caregiving experience and availability before applying.
