Orthodontic Assistant

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Role: Clinical Assistant (Orthodontic/Dental Assistant)

Job Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Doctor & Practice Manager

Pay Range: $18.00–$25.00/hr

Orthodontic Assistants provide chairside assistance to Orthodontists and ensure that patients are well‑informed about orthodontic procedures and braces aftercare. They prepare for appointments, sterilize orthodontic tools and adjust patients’ braces under the direction of the Orthodontist. They engage with each patient and ensure a special experience for each patient they touch.

• Assists in placing and removing orthodontic appliances.
• Takes X‑Rays/Scans and creates molds and impressions of patients' teeth for the fabrication of retainers.
• May photograph patients to document progress.
• Maintains accurate records of patients’ oral health histories and treatment progress.
• Ensures all orthodontic instruments and equipment are properly sterilized before each use.
• Treats patient as an honored guest and provides unforgettable experience.
• Assists orthodontists by preparing for procedures, laying out instruments, and keeping patient’s mouth dry with suction tool.
• Communicates any problem areas regarding patient progress to Orthodontist.
• Educates patients (and parents) on proper oral hygiene practices and braces aftercare.
• Learns and becomes proficient in EMR usage.
• Works with team and patients to coordinate scheduling.
• Cross‑trains in front office duties and fills in as necessary.
• Makes adjustments to patient braces, brackets, and bands as directed by Orthodontist.
• Accompanies patient from waiting area to chair while engaging in conversation.

Please note:

this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive list of duties or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice.

• Communicates effectively and respectfully to Doctor and team.
• Demonstrates reliability and responsiveness to patients and team.
• Strong hand–eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Excellent organizational and multi‑tasking skills.
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with various stakeholder groups.
• Works collaboratively with administrative functions.
• Shares and receives information, concerns and feedback in a supportive manner.
• Participates towards a common goal, reinforcing individual capabilities.
• Practices shared accountability with other team members and shows empathy.

• 1–2 years chairside assisting experience in a dental or orthodontic setting.
• Registered or Certified Dental Assistant (RDA/CDA).

• Competitive benefits package including PTO, health/vision/dental insurance, and company‑paid STD/LTD.
• Robust 401(k) plan, including a company match up to 4%.

• 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).