Orthodontic Assistant

Smile Doctors, LLC; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Orthodontic Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional clinical experiences. This position offers the chance to work closely with patients and orthodontists, assisting with procedures and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. An established industry leader is dedicated to fostering a people-first culture, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you are passionate about patient care and want to be part of a supportive team that values your contributions, apply today and help us change the way the world smiles!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Discounts on Braces

Qualifications

• Ability to establish good relationships with patients and coworkers.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances under supervision.
• Educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Effective Communication

Listening Skills

Ability to Build Rapport

Multi-tasking

Education

CPR Certification

Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

Posted Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 6:00 AM

The vision of Smile Doctors is our people-first culture which creates an environment of passionate, caring Team Members dedicated to providing fun and encouraging relationships with each other and our patients. Smile Doctors offers every Team Member the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. We focus on the importance of the individual and recognize that each person on our Team has something great to offer. We recognize talents and strengths and take care to nurture those abilities to help our Team Members grow into successful people in their careers, in our organization, and beyond.

Looking for a career that makes you smile?

We’re seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team.

How you’ll make us better:

Responsible for delivering a positive clinical experience to all patients while following strict adherence to company policies as well as state dental laws, rules, and regulations under the direction and close supervision of an Orthodontist.

• Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances under close supervision of the Orthodontist
• Review patient charts, log appropriate patient data, and transcribe doctor notes
• Perform laboratory procedures under close supervision of the Orthodontist
• Review remote monitoring dashboard including review/triage patient scans, responding to direct patient messages, and triage notifications
• Educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring
• Clean, sterilize, and prepare the equipment and operatory following standard protocols
• Adhere to all infection-control policies and protocols

We’re proud of our company culture and heritage of awesomeness. If you’ve got the following, you’ll fit right in:

• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with patients and coworkers
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing

Prerequisites for success:

• Ability to build rapport with patients
• Ability to use hand tools
• Ability to set priorities regarding patient care, manage full schedules, and multi-task
• CPR certification

The Perks:

In exchange for the dynamic contribution you’ll bring to our team, we offer:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan
• 2 weeks paid time off in your first year + paid holidays
• Discounts on braces and clear aligners for you and your family members

Why Smile Doctors?

As the nation’s leading Orthodontic Support Organization, Smile Doctors partners with local orthodontic practices to offer world-class patient care with hometown heart. We exist to love people first, straighten teeth second, and we work hard to maintain a people-first culture and cultivate a fun, encouraging environment.

Smile Doctors offers every Team Member the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. We nurture both talents and strengths, building each person’s abilities to help them find success in their career and beyond. As the fastest-growing organization of our kind in the industry, we’re looking for passionate, innovative professionals who can join us in changing the way the world smiles.

Pay Range: $25.00 - $28.00

This is the perfect opportunity to grow with an expanding organization! Apply today!

Smile Doctors and all our affiliating practices are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and welcome diversity in our organization. We do not discriminate against any team member or applicant for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity.