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Smile Brands·Cleveland, Ohio
Expanded Function Dental Assistant
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The dental assistant will prepare patients and treatment rooms for procedures while assisting clinicians. They are also responsible for educating patients on oral hygiene and supporting general office operations.
In this role, you’ll be an important member of the clinical team, working alongside GPs and other Specialty Clinicians dedicated to serving patients. You’ll be supporting many sides of the practice, greeting and guiding patients, and helping out across the office as needed.
Schedule (days/hours)
Office open Monday - Friday 8am-5pm
Preparing patients and treatment rooms for dental procedures Helping to educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies Improving oral health, solving dental challenges, and bettering smiles every day
xray certification Current CPR/BLS certification (or ability to obtain prior to start date) Knowledge of dental terminology, infection control protocols, and OSHA/HIPAA standards Strong communication and commitment to excellent patient care
Compensation: $36-38/hr 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
Candidates must hold an X-ray certification and current CPR/BLS certification. A strong understanding of dental terminology, infection control, and regulatory standards like OSHA and HIPAA is required.
Market context
In Ohio, dental roles are typically competitive because practices look for licensed clinicians who can combine strong patient communication with a professional, team-oriented presence. Candidates with the required degree, state licensure, and eligibility for DEA/BNDD credentials may stand out, especially when they can show readiness to work in a busy clinical setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm licensure and credentialing details before applying.