Dental Assistant - Orthodontics

Join Our Team as an Orthodontic Assistant!

Do you thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced clinical environment where you can make a real difference every day? Our busy and successful orthodontic practice is looking for an Orthodontic Assistant who is dedicated to creating beautiful smiles and exceptional patient experiences.

In this patient-centered role, you’ll work chairside with our orthodontists, support clinical care, and help ensure every patient feels welcome and cared for. If you love working with people, enjoy learning new skills, and want to be part of a supportive team, this is the role for you!

Job Responsibilities

As an Orthodontic Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting treatment and keeping our clinic running smoothly. Your responsibilities may include:

• Greeting new patients and making them feel welcome
• Taking x-rays and patient photos
• Chairside clinical assisting
• Documenting treatment progress
• Sterilization and infection control
• Laboratory duties
• Patient education and motivation
• Assisting with practice promotion
• Miscellaneous duties as needed

Qualifications & Skills

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Extremely personable, with a consistently positive and upbeat attitude
• Team-oriented, with a “team before self” mindset
• Comfortable multitasking in a high-paced clinical environment
• Motivated to learn and continually improve skills
• Skilled with hands-on tasks and has excellent manual dexterity
• Proficient in the use of computers/tablets, with quick and accurate typing ability
• Experienced in dental/orthodontic settings (preferred, but not required)

Able to quickly build rapport with patients and families of all ages

Position Details

• Type: Full-time (35–40 hrs/week), 3–4 days per week
• Schedule: Variable hours between 6:30am–5:30pm; standard 8–10 hour shifts
• Benefits: Health and dental insurance, PTO, sick leave, 401(k) with matching, and bonus eligibility
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Experience: 1+ year dental/orthodontic experience (preferred)