Orthodontic Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and team-oriented Orthodontic Assistant/Dental Assistant to join our growing practice and help support the continued expansion of our orthodontic services.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their day, thrives in a collaborative environment, and wants to play an important role in building and growing an orthodontic department within a well-established pediatric dental practice.

• Provide chairside orthodontic assisting support during scheduled orthodontic clinic days
• Work closely with our orthodontist to maintain an efficient and organized clinical flow
• Assist with orthodontic procedures including records, digital scans, appliance placement, adjustments, patient education, and treatment visits
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, supplies, and materials for orthodontic appointments
• Assist with patient communication and creating a positive orthodontic experience
• Assist with the continued growth and development of our orthodontic department
• Maintain a positive, flexible, team-focused attitude while adapting to the needs of the practice

We are open to discussing a schedule based on the candidate's availability and experience. Options include:

• A full-time orthodontist assisting position (M-TH, every week with one week being chairside with the Orthodontist and one week working on clinical maintenance/ortho organization/supplies and inventory/growth and development of department etc.
• A part-time orthodontist assisting position (M-W, every other week)

This role offers the opportunity to be a key member of a growing orthodontic program. Orthodontic clinic schedules and responsibilities may evolve as the department continues to expand.

• Proven orthodontic assisting experience strongly preferred
• Experience with orthodontic workflow, records, digital scanning, and patient education preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team
• Positive attitude and commitment to excellent patient care
• Comfortable working in a growing practice environment
• Reliable transportation
• Flexibility and adaptability to support the needs of a growing department

• Opportunity to help build and grow an expanding orthodontic department
• Variety in daily responsibilities and opportunities for professional growth
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to grow alongside our orthodontic program as services continue to expand
• Competitive compensation based on experience

If you are an experienced orthodontic assistant looking for an opportunity to make an impact, grow professionally, and help build something exciting, we would love to meet you!

• Orthodontic

• Dental
• 401k
• PTO
• Bonuses

• $26/hour