Orthodontic Dental Assistant
Job Description
About the Role Buffalo Grove Orthodontics has been creating confident smiles in our community since 1982. We're a progressive, technology-forward practice looking for an enthusiastic, motivated Orthodontic Assistant to join our close-knit team. This position is available immediately.
What You'll Do • Assist the doctor chairside with patient care (Invisalign and braces) • Take digital scans, photos, and x-rays • Help patients and families feel welcome and comfortable • Keep treatment areas clean, sterile, and ready • Pitch in on practice marketing, like asking patients for Google reviews and capturing photos and videos (with permission) for our social media
What You'll Bring Required: • A friendly, positive, and professional personality • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Enjoys working with patients, especially children and teens • Dependable, organized, and detail-oriented • Comfortable learning and embracing new technology • A team player who is willing to jump in wherever needed Preferred: • Social media knowledge is a plus • Ties to the Buffalo Grove or Wheeling communities are a plus
Job Details
- Job Type
- Full-time
- Salary
- $45,000-$55,000/yr
- Median for Dental Assistant in IL: $40k/yr
- Specialty
- Dental Assistant
- Posted
- September 24, 2026
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