Dental Assistant

Affordable Dentures & Implants • Orland Park, IL

17d • Onsite

About The Position

Affordable Dentures & Implants in Orland Park is seeking a compassionate, skilled Dental Assistant to support patient care in a specialized dental practice focused on dentures, dental implants, prosthodontics, oral surgery, and removable prosthetics. The assistant works alongside dentists and in-house laboratory professionals in a collaborative, fast-paced clinical environment, helping patients throughout their treatment experience and supporting the office’s daily operations. The role offers opportunities for professional growth, training, and continuing education. Occasional travel for training and continuing education may be needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Dental Assistant and X-ray certification where required by state.
• Strong communication and patient service skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Commitment to teamwork, professionalism, and compassionate patient care.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and sit for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work safely in a clinical environment while following OSHA and infection control protocols.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of dental assisting experience.
• Experience assisting with dentures, removable prosthetics, or dental implants.
• Experience taking denture impressions and wax bites.
• Experience assisting with oral surgery and extractions.
• Experience with prosthodontic procedures.
• Familiarity with dental practice management software and electronic patient records.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care and create a welcoming experience from check-in through treatment.
• Prepare operatories, instruments, equipment, and materials before appointments.
• Assist dentists with denture procedures, implant placement, oral surgery, extractions, and prosthetic treatments in accordance with state regulations.
• Take or assist with alginate denture impressions, select impression trays, and prepare wax bites under dentist direction.
• Assist with denture insertions, adjustments, relines, repairs, and other expanded duties where permitted by state law.
• Educate patients about treatment plans, denture options, implant procedures, post-operative care, home care instructions, and financial packages.
• Obtain and accurately document patient medical histories, treatment information, and clinical notes.
• Take dental radiographs in accordance with state certification requirements.
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize instruments and operatories while maintaining infection prevention standards.
• Monitor inventory and assist with ordering clinical supplies.
• Support daily office operations and maintain a clean, organized clinical environment.
• Travel occasionally for training and continuing education as needed.
• Perform additional duties to support patient care and office success.

Benefits

• Career growth and ongoing training opportunities.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced dentists and dental laboratory professionals.
• Collaborative, team-focused work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED