Dental Assistant Team Leader

About the Role

Big Smiles Missouri, a school-based mobile dental practice, is seeking a Dental Assistant/Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Team Lead in St. Louis, MO and surrounding areas. This full-time role provides dental care to underserved children at their schools, offering a unique work environment with a schedule that aligns with school hours—no nights or weekends. The position is ideal for those looking for work-life balance, diverse experiences, and the opportunity to make a difference in children's oral health.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental assisting services during mobile dental clinics.
• Perform digital X-ray imaging and patient charting.
• Set up, break down, and sterilize equipment.
• Travel daily to and from school sites.
• Drive company vehicle (Team Lead responsibility).
• Order supplies, sterilize instruments, and conduct spore testing.
• Manage back-office duties and maintain the van and equipment in good condition.
• Meet deadlines, arrive on time, and maintain punctuality.
• Communicate effectively with adults and children.

Requirements

• X-ray License.
• Digital X-ray imaging experience.
• CPR certified.
• Work experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel.
• Ability to work well with children.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task.
• Team player with the ability to work on a small team.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Coronal polishing (preferred, not required).
• For Team Lead: Must be at least 21 years old and have a clean driving record.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

• Evenings, weekends, and summers off.
• School-day schedule (about 6–7 hours, typically 8:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.).
• Comprehensive benefit package (health, dental, vision).
• Unique work experience with flexible scheduling.
• Competitive compensation.
• State-of-the-art portable dental equipment and latest technology, including digital radiography.

About Us

Big Smiles is the nation’s leading in-school dental program, founded over two decades ago by two dentists and moms. The organization addresses the critical need for accessible dental care among underserved school-aged children, many of whom suffer from poor oral hygiene, tooth decay, and related health issues. By transforming classrooms, auditoriums, or gyms into fully functional dental offices, Big Smiles brings preventive and restorative care directly to children at their schools. Each year, the program serves over 500,000 children nationwide, helping them achieve healthier smiles and better oral health.