Orthodontic Assistant - Westrock Orthodontics

At Westrock Orthodontics, we’re passionate about creating smiles that last a lifetime. We’re looking for a talented and caring Orthodontic Assistant to join our team. If you’re a motivated team player with a dental or orthodontic assisting background, we’d love to meet you! As an Orthodontic Assistant, you will assist the Orthodontist with patients to ensure the highest quality of care is provided. Perform clinical and technical procedures under the direct supervision of a licensed Orthodontist. Prepare patient operatories, equipment, and assist the doctor during examination and ortho treatment.

What You’ll Do

• Assist the Orthodontist during exams and treatments, ensuring patients are comfortable and procedures run smoothly.

• Prepare operatories, sterilize equipment, and support clinical workflows to maximize efficiency.

• Perform orthodontic procedures such as placing/removing wires, coil springs, bands, and retainers under direct supervision.

• Conduct digital scans and assist in fabricating customized appliances and retainers.

• Educate patients on treatment plans, oral hygiene, and appliance care to ensure they are fully informed and confident.

• Record treatment notes accurately and collaborate with the team to deliver outstanding care throughout the patient’s journey.

• This position is part of our travel team who will share time between our Hot Springs Westrock clinic and Leap Kids Dental clinic in Texarkana, AR.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in dental or orthodontic assisting.

• Familiarity with orthodontic appliances, procedures, and terminology.