Dental Assistant

Midwest Refuah Health Center is seeking energetic, patient-focused Dental Assistants to join our brand-new and growing pediatric and general dental clinic. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a newly launched practice where teamwork, efficiency, and patient experience are being built from the ground up.

This role is ideal for candidates who thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy working with children and families, and take pride in supporting smooth and efficient clinical workflows across multiple operatories. The ideal team member is proactive, calm under pressure, and passionate about creating a positive dental experience for every patient.

Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to be part of a newly launched dental clinic where your role matters in shaping both the patient experience and the clinical flow of a growing pediatric practice. We are building a supportive, team-oriented environment focused on high-quality care, efficiency, and professional growth, and we are looking for team members who are excited to grow with us. We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and AD&D coverage, voluntary life insurance, 401(k), FSA/HSA options, short-term disability coverage, 15 days of paid time off annually, 8 floating holidays (varies by year), and tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and advancement.

Key Responsibilities
Prepare operatories and assist providers during dental procedures
Take digital x-rays and assist with patient intake and preparation
Support patient flow and room turnover throughout the day
Maintain infection control and sterilization protocols
Assist with charting and documentation within ECW
Support providers in delivering efficient, high-quality patient care
Help create a positive and supportive patient experience for pediatric patients and families
Assist with inventory and operatory readiness as needed
Qualifications
Dental Assistant certification and/or relevant dental assisting experience required
Digital x-ray experience required
Pediatric dental experience preferred
Experience in fast-paced dental settings preferred
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Ability to multitask and maintain efficiency under pressure
ECW experience preferred but not required
Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply
Midwest Refuah Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, pregnancy or related conditions, or disability. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, walk up and down stairs, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
AD&D insurance
Bereavement leave
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Flextime
Free parking
Health insurance
Health savings account
License reimbursement
Life insurance
Loan assistance
Loan forgiveness
Loan repayment program
Malpractice insurance
Paid jury duty
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Experience:
Digital x-ray: 1 year (Required)
Pediatric dentistry: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Dental Assistant certification/dental assisting experience (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Chicago, IL 60659 (Required)
Work Location: In person