Orthodontic Assistant

Smile Doctors, LLC; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Orthodontic Assistant, where your role is pivotal in delivering exceptional patient care. In this dynamic position, you will assist in various orthodontic procedures, ensuring compliance with all safety protocols while fostering a positive and encouraging environment for patients. This is an opportunity to grow within a rapidly expanding organization that values its team members and promotes a culture of support and development. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives and want to be part of a dedicated team, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short and Long-term Disability

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Discounts on Braces and Aligners

Qualifications

• Must have Dental Assistant certification as required by state.
• Radiography and CPR certifications are also necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist Orthodontist with placing and removing appliances.
• Educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring.
• Maintain cleanliness and sterilization of equipment.

Skills

Effective Communication

Patient Rapport Building

Multi-tasking

Listening Skills

Education

Dental Assistant Certification

Radiography Certification

CPR Certification

Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

Posted Thursday, February 27, 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 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
• Dental Assistant certification if required by state Dental Board
• Radiography certification if required by state Dental Board
• CPR certification if required by state Dental Board

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.

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.