Lead, Orthodontic Assistant

Benevis; Town of Texas, Midland (WI, TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to making smiles brighter! As a Lead Orthodontic Assistant, you'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality dental care while leading a team in a supportive environment. This position offers the chance to engage with the community, work closely with children, and help create memorable experiences for patients. With a focus on teamwork and compassion, you'll be part of an organization that values your contributions and fosters professional growth. If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Company Holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Orthodontic assistant.
• Certification in Orthodontic/dental assistant certifications within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Support the orthodontic manager with daily office functions.
• Assist doctors with clinical treatment and patient care.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Building

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Computer Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Orthodontic Assistant Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Work for a company that is truly making the world a happier place, one smile at a time! At Benevis, we create over a million smiles a year in the communities we serve and believe that every person deserves access to quality, affordable dental care. This mission drives everything we do. With over 3000 employees in offices across the country, from clinical to support staff, we are united in our mission to create happy, healthy smiles through providing high-quality dental care in a fun, compassionate environment. Are you ready to join us in creating our next million smiles? We have JUST the opportunity for you.

We are actively seeking a Lead Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team! As the Lead Orthodontic Assistant, you will be the clinical leader at the office level, responsible for supporting the orthodontic manager with the day-to-day functions of the dental office and assisting the doctors with clinical treatment. Support our mission to provide excellent dental care in the community and help us create more smiles and memorable experiences.

Join a team that believes in teamwork and truly cares about their patients. Find your opportunity to make an impact:

• Participate in local community events, including school screenings and presentations, to promote a positive image of our practice.
• Engage in morning huddles, and feel free to ask to lead one! Recognize your peers' efforts in customer focus, collaboration, and more.
• Enjoy working with children, who make up 70% or more of our patient base.

Responsibilities

Education, Training, and/or Experience

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Orthodontic assistant.
• At least 6 months' experience in a clinical environment with similar functions.
• Demonstrated supervisory ability.
• Certification in all available Orthodontic/dental assistant certifications (depending on state requirements) within 6 months of starting the role.

Qualifications

• High focus on customer service and satisfaction.
• Passion for working with children.
• Compassion and a high level of service for patients, parents, and staff.
• Integrity and professionalism at all times.
• Strong team-building, organizational, and staff development skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
• High initiative, accountability, and independent judgment.
• Professional appearance and manner.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with children's dentistry.
• Experience supervising orthodontic/dental assistants.
• Expanded knowledge of OSHA regulations.

Physical Demands

Ability to communicate effectively with patients, parents, and staff. Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods, lift/carry up to 30 pounds, and bend, twist, or stoop as needed.

Working Conditions

Most work is performed in a clinical environment. Extended hours may be required during peak periods, with hours subject to change based on business needs.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and optional life insurance. Additional benefits include short- and long-term disability, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, paid time off, company holidays, and more.

We value teamwork, mutual respect, and cooperation. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination or harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.