Orthodontic Assistant

SMILE-FX® : Orthodontic & Clear Aligner Studio; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching*

Employee discounts

Paid training and professional dev.

Flexible scheduling options

Team-building events and community In-

Company parties

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Food & snacks

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Excellent Pay Compensation based on经验

Job summary

SMILE-FX® : Orthodontic & Clear Aligner Studio in Miramar, FL seeks a bilingual Orthodontic Assistant to join our high-tech clinic. You will assist doctors, manage patient records, and perform X-rays while upholding OSHA standards.

The role requires X-ray certification in Florida and orthodontic training; familiarity with Invisalign, iTero/Trios, and digital imaging is preferred. Opportunities for advancement and competitive pay offered.

Qualifications

• Must have X-ray Certification in the state of Florida.
• Orthodontic assistant training through a program or on the job is required.
• Experience with ligating brackets and Invisalign attachments/deliveries.
• Familiarity with digital imaging and practice management software programs.
• Candidates with related training may be trained further.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance to doctors during dental procedures.
• Ensure proper isolation during procedures with suction techniques.
• Take and maintain accurate patient records and photos.
• Conduct intraoral X-rays and 3D scans for treatment planning.
• Take impressions for mouthguards and retainers.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and braces aftercare.
• Maintain and prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments per OSHA/CDC.
• Participate in practice promotion and community outreach activities.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Chairside assistance

X-ray Certification

Tools

Invisalign

iTero Scanner

Trios Scanner

Dental Monitoring

Practice management software

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

ob description:

Join the Smile-FX Family: Your Path to Impacting Lives Begins Here

Position: Orthodontic Assistant : Bilingual (Spanish)
Location: Miramar, FL

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching*
• Employee discounts
• Paid training and professional development
• Flexible scheduling options
• Team-building events and community involvement opportunities
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Excellent Pay Compensation based on experience
• Excellent Bonus Structure provided
• PTO*
• Other Benefits to Full-Time Employees *

Who We Are: SMILE-FX stands at the forefront of orthodontic innovation. Our new state-of-the-art studio in Miramar, FL, is more than just a workplace it's a place where passionate professionals gather to make a real difference. We’re not just aligning teeth; we’re aligning futures and elevating the smiles and lives of our customers.

Overview: As an integral member of our team, you will engage in diverse responsibilities, from clinical procedures to patient interaction, ensuring comprehensive care. You’ll work in a high-tech environment, using advanced dental software and 3D imaging technologies, making each patient’s experience memorable.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Dynamic Work Environment: No two days are the same in our fast-paced clinic, filled with learning and growth opportunities.
• Community Impact: Participate in SMILE-FX's community initiatives and social media and see the direct impact of your work on our patients’ lives.
• Career Growth: With our commitment to professional development, you’ll have access to workshops, seminars, and training sessions, paving the way for advancements in your career.

Your Roles:

• Provide chairside assistance to our amazing doctors , during various dental procedures, including preparing teeth for bonding, placing and removing brackets, separators, fitting bands, and assisting with the placement of brackets & appliances.
• Ensure proper isolation during procedures using appropriate suction techniques.
• Take & Maintain accurate patient records including photographs detailing oral health histories and treatment progress.
• Conduct intraoral X-rays and 3D scans, and take detailed photographs of patients’ teeth to aid in treatment planning. Must have Xray Certification in state of Florida
• We prefer experience with ligating brackets, Invisalign (placing attachments/delivering aligners), iTero or Trios Scanner, Dental Monitoring, familiarity with digital imaging and practice management software programs. We are also willing to train a right fit individual if lacking in some of the above qualifications however you MUST have some orthodontic assistant training whether through a program or on the job.
• Take impressions for the fabrication of customized mouthguards and retainers.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and braces aftercare.
• Manage and maintain treatment rooms for patients, as well as preparing dental instruments, ensuring all are properly sterilized before each use, in compliance with OSHA and CDC standards.
• Participate in practice promotion activities and community outreach events to enhance patient engagement and clinic visibility.
• Use various