Orthodontic Assistant

Job Description Job Description Description: Orthodontic Assistant / Dental Assistant Full-Time | $17-$23/hour We are hiring an Orthodontic Assistant / Dental Assistant to join our growing orthodontic practice. This is a full-time dental assisting position ideal for someone who enjoys chairside assisting, patient education, and working in a fast-paced orthodontic environment. What You’ll Do Assist orthodontists chairside during procedures Place, adjust, and remove braces, brackets, and bands (as directed) Take X-rays, scans, impressions, and patient progress photos Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and braces aftercare Maintain accurate patient records in EMR Coordinate with clinical and front office teams; cross-train as needed Benefits & Perks Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off (PTO) Company-paid STD/LTD 401(k) with up to 4% company match What We’re Looking For 1–2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant or Orthodontic Assistant (preferred) RDA or CDA certification (preferred) Compassionate, reliable, and team-oriented mindset Requirements: Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting, standing, walking for much of the day Manual dexterity Lifting up to 30 pounds (may exceed this amount at times in emergency patient situations) Bending and reaching Southern Orthodontic Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).