Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Orthodontic Dental Assistant

More Than Just a Job — It's Your Next Career Step!

If you are looking to build a stable, rewarding profession in orthodontics, we are ready to invest heavily in your training and development! Prior customer service, medical, or dental front office experience is highly preferred, but we are fully willing to train the right high-energy candidate with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a passion for patient care.

Local Travel Requirement: Travel between our local Reno-area clinics is required.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Orthodontic Partners, we believe when our team thrives, our patients thrive! Our goal isn't just professional success—it's helping you find genuine joy and balance both at work and at home.

We don't just say we care more; we show it every day through a supportive, upbeat culture where your voice is heard, teamwork is celebrated, and your well-being comes first. We are a close-knit team that's passionate about creating positive experiences for both our patients and our staff. Come see and feel what it's like to work with a team that truly cares!

What You'll Do Every Day (Responsibilities)

• Clinical Assisting: Assist orthodontists during clinical procedures, taking digital impressions, X-rays, and managing patient care workflows with precise attention to detail.
• Patient Communication: Welcome patients warmly, explain procedures clearly, and provide thorough post-treatment instructions to ensure a great patient experience.
• Administrative & Scheduling Support: Handle administrative tasks, manage patient records accurately, schedule follow-ups, and keep inventory organized.
• Team Collaboration & Safety: Work closely with colleagues in a fun, collaborative environment, maintaining strict adherence to CDC, OSHA, and ADA safety standards.

What We're Looking For (Qualifications)

• Experience: Prior customer service, medical, or dental front office experience is highly preferred, but zero prior clinical assisting experience is required—we are willing to train the right person!
• Core Skills: Strong organizational abilities, excellent interpersonal communication, high attention to detail, and a collaborative team-player mindset.
• Mindset: Eagerness to learn, self-motivated, dependable, and aligned with our core values (Caring, Creative, Credible, Committed).
• Safety & Compliance: This position is safety-sensitive; successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen is required.

Perks & Benefits That Support Your Whole Life

• Competitive Pay: $17.00 – $19.00 per hour (commensurate with experience).
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options designed to help you recharge.
• Time Off: Accrual-based Paid Time Off (PTO) + 6 Paid Holidays each year.
• Healthcare Package: Comprehensive Medical (choose from 5 tailored plans), Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Financial Protection: 401(k) with Company Match, plus Life Insurance, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Family Support: Free Team Member Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your household.
• Exclusive Discounts: Team Member Services Discounts, Service & Achievement Recognition Programs, and corporate cell phone plan savings.
• Career Growth: Endless opportunities for ongoing training, skill expansion, and professional advancement!

Ready to Start Your Orthodontic Career?

If you are ready to build a rewarding profession with a team that truly supports your personal and professional growth, we want to meet you!

Apply today to join the team at Orthodontic Partners!

This is a safety-sensitive role and requires passing a drug screen. We follow CDC, OSHA, and ADA guidelines to ensure a safe environment.

Orthodontic Partners is a proud affiliate of Bluetree Dental, an organization dedicated to changing lives and dentistry. With partners across multiple states, Bluetree focuses on pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and general dentistry.

Bluetree's Mission and Vision:

• Mission: To give people something to smile about, today, and tomorrow.
• Vision: Changing lives, changing dentistry.

Core Values That Guide Us:

• Caring: Prioritize the needs of patients, team members, and practices.
• Creative: Foster innovation and explore better ways to enhance dental care.
• Credible: Build trust through experience, education, authenticity, and unwavering commitment.
• Commitment: Stay dedicated to our values, mission, and vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, marital or veteran status, medical condition, disability, or any other status protected by law.