Orthodontic Assistant

Southern Orthodontic Partners; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Company-paid STD/LTD

401(k) with up to 4% company match

Job summary

Jennings Orthodontics in Louisville, KY is hiring an Orthodontic Assistant/Dental Assistant. This full-time role supports orthodontists chairside, helps educate patients, and works in a fast-paced environment.

You will take X-rays, scans, impressions, prepare rooms, and maintain EMR records while collaborating with front office and clinical teams. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, with experience and certification preferred.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant or Orthodontic Assistant preferred.
• RDA or CDA certification preferred.
• Compassionate, reliable, and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist orthodontists chairside during procedures.
• Place, adjust, and remove braces, brackets, and bands as directed.
• Take X-rays, scans, impressions, and patient progress photos.
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments.
• Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and braces aftercare.
• Maintain accurate patient records in EMR.
• Coordinate with clinical and front office teams; cross-train as needed.

Skills

Chairside assisting

Patient education

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Education

RDA or CDA certification

Tools

EMR

Job description

Description

Orthodontic Assistant / Dental Assistant

Full-Time | $20–$22/hour

Locations: Louisville & Mt. Washington

At Jennings Orthodontics, teamwork, positive energy, and creating great patient experiences are at the center of what we do. Through partnership with Southern Orthodontic Partners, our teams enjoy competitive pay, strong benefits, and a supportive environment where you can grow your career and enjoy the work you do. With offices across the United States, you’ll have the opportunity to build a rewarding career while helping patients feel confident in their smiles every day.

We are hiring an Orthodontic Assistant / Dental Assistant to join our growing orthodontic practice. This is a full-time dental assisting position ideal for someone who enjoys chairside assisting, patient education, and working in a fast-paced orthodontic environment.

What You’ll Do

• Assist orthodontists chairside during procedures
• Place, adjust, and remove braces, brackets, and bands (as directed)
• Take X-rays, scans, impressions, and patient progress photos
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments
• Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and braces aftercare
• Maintain accurate patient records in EMR
• Coordinate with clinical and front office teams; cross-train as needed

Benefits & Perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Company-paid STD/LTD
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant or Orthodontic Assistant (preferred)
• RDA or CDA certification (preferred)
• Compassionate, reliable, and team-oriented mindset

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, bending, and reaching throughout the day
• Manual dexterity required
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs (occasionally more in patient-care situations)

Southern Orthodontic Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).