Orthodontic Assistant

Benevis; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Orthodontic Assistant to join their compassionate team. This part-time role offers a unique opportunity to support a mission of providing quality dental care while engaging with the community. You'll play a vital role in creating memorable experiences for patients, especially children, and ensuring they receive the best care possible. With a focus on teamwork and patient satisfaction, this position allows you to make a real impact in the lives of others while enjoying competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. If you're passionate about dental care and love working with children, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Monthly bonuses based on performance

Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with match

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in Orthodontic Assisting preferred.
• Strong focus on customer service and satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, quality care to every patient.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and postoperative instructions.
• Assist dental staff during treatments.

Skills

Orthodontic Assisting

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Compassionate Care

Education

Orthodontic or Dental Assistant Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Orthodontic Assistant (Part-Time)

Taylor Dental & Braces

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 goal to create happy, healthy smiles through high-quality dental care in a fun, compassionate environment. Are you ready to join us in creating our next million smiles? We have JUST the opportunity for you.

We are actively seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join our team. Support our mission to provide excellent dental care in the community and help us create more smiles and memorable experiences. Join a team that values teamwork and genuinely cares about their patients. Find your opportunity to make an impact:

• Participate in local events, including school screenings and presentations, to promote a positive image of our practice
• Engage in morning huddles, and feel free to lead one! Share appreciation for peers and highlight great examples of customer focus and collaboration
• Enjoy working with children, who make up 70% or more of our patient base

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• Orthodontic or Dental Assistant Certification (state-dependent)
• Preferred minimum of 1 year experience in Orthodontic Assisting
• CPR/BLS Certification required
• Willing to travel within the assigned territory
• Strong focus on customer service and satisfaction
• Enjoy working with children
• Demonstrate compassion and high-quality service for patients, parents, and staff
• Maintain integrity and professionalism at all times
• Dependable and reliable attendance
• Attention to detail
• Ability to organize work, multitask, and meet deadlines consistently
• Maintain a professional appearance and manner

We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Monthly bonuses based on office performance
• Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, holidays, and more

We value teamwork, mutual respect, and cooperation. We do not practice unlawful discrimination or harassment in our workplace. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic is not tolerated.