Orthodontic Assistant

Benevis; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to creating smiles and providing quality dental care. As an Orthodontic Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring patients receive compassionate care while working in a supportive team environment. Your responsibilities will include educating patients, preparing them for treatments, and assisting during procedures. With a focus on teamwork and community engagement, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of children and families. Enjoy a competitive salary, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits while contributing to a mission that truly matters.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with match

Paid Time Off

Monthly Bonuses

Flexible Spending Account

Qualifications

• Orthodontic or Dental Assistant Certification required.
• Radiology certification is mandatory for this role.
• At least 1 year of orthodontic assisting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality and compassionate care to every patient.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and postoperative care.
• Assist dental staff during treatments and document patient info.

Skills

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Education

Orthodontic or Dental Assistant Certification

Radiology Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Orthodontic Assistant

Dental and Braces

• Schedule: Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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 across the country, from clinical to support staff, we are united in our mission to create happy, healthy smiles through high-quality dental care in a fun, compassionate environment. Join us in creating our next million smiles!

We are actively seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to support our mission and help us create more smiles and memorable experiences. Join a team that values teamwork and genuinely cares about patients. Find your opportunity to make an impact:

• Participate in local community events, including school screenings and presentations, to promote a positive image.
• Engage in morning huddles, offer to lead one, and acknowledge team members' efforts.
• Enjoy working with children, who comprise 70% or more of our patient base.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality and compassionate care to every patient.
• Guide parents and patients through processes before treatment.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and postoperative care.
• Prepare patients for examinations and treatments.
• Take and save x-rays to patient charts.
• Capture high-quality orthodontic facial photos.
• Ensure operational readiness of the clinic.
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures.
• Mix materials like amalgam, cement, and pulp paste; prepare impression materials.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment.
• Clean chairs and rooms.
• Assist dental staff during treatments.
• Document patient information, treatment plans, and procedures.
• Pour, trim, and polish impression casts.
• Fabricate custom impression trays.
• Adhere to all regulations, standards, and compliance programs with integrity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Orthodontic or Dental Assistant Certification (state dependent).
• Radiology certification is mandatory.
• Preferred at least 1 year of orthodontic assisting experience.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Willingness to travel within the assigned territory.
• Strong focus on customer service and satisfaction.
• Enjoy working with children.
• Demonstrate compassion and high service standards for patients, parents, and staff.
• Maintain integrity and professionalism.
• Dependable and reliable attendance.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Professional appearance and manner.

We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Monthly bonuses based on office performance.
• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with match, FSA, paid time off, holidays, and more.

We value teamwork, mutual respect, and cooperation. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic under law.