Lead Orthodontic Assistant — Lead & Elevate Smiles

Orthodontic-Experts-Management-LLC; Mundelein (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Travel Pay

Clinical Bonuses

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) Matching

Transit Reimbursement

Free Orthodontic Treatments

Job summary

Orthodontic Experts is seeking a Lead Orthodontic Assistant to join our team. You will support the orthodontist in chair-side procedures, prepare patients, take X-rays, manage records, and train new assistants.

You will travel to sister clinics as needed and contribute to ensuring smooth daily operations. Competitive hourly pay ranges from $23 to $26, with full-time benefits and a structured workweek.

Qualifications

• Orthodontic assisting experience (1 year required).
• Availability on Saturdays.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Certificate of Orthodontic Assistant Courses (preferred).
• Spanish speaking preferred.
• Ability to learn quickly and efficiently.
• Can multitask.
• Be professional, organized, and have strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for orthodontic treatments, including cleaning, X-Rays, and impressions.
• Examine mouths and note irregularities.
• Assist the orthodontist during procedures and adjust braces.
• Manage and update patient records and charts.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and orthodontic care.
• Sterilize instruments before and after use and follow infection control protocols.
• Complete Invisalign procedures: attachments, adjustments, and scans.
• Assist with bonding and debonding processes and ensure daily clinic readiness.
• Travel to sister clinics and perform administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Orthodontic assisting

Saturdays

Spanish speaking

Quick learner

Multitasking

Professionalism

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Orthodontic Assistant Courses (certificate)

Job description

Orthodontic Experts is seeking a Lead Orthodontic Assistant to join our team. You will support the orthodontist in chair-side procedures, prepare patients, take X-rays, manage records, and train new assistants.

You will travel to sister clinics as needed and contribute to ensuring smooth daily operations. Competitive hourly pay ranges from $23 to $26, with full-time benefits and a structured workweek.