Orthodontic Assistant

First Choice Dental; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

First Choice Dental is seeking an Ortho Dental Assistant to support doctors during procedures, prepare treatment rooms, and manage patient care. You will use Dentrix software, assist with X-rays if certified, and educate patients on oral health.

The role emphasizes infection control, teamwork, and delivering an outstanding patient experience. We value energetic, dependable individuals who communicate well and are eager to learn in a fast-paced orthodontic setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in dental assisting preferred.
• Strong patient interaction skills.
• Ability to follow directions and maintain aseptic technique.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors during dental procedures and keep patients calm.
• Set up treatment rooms and prepare instruments/materials.
• Learn and use Dentrix and other software systems.
• Take dental X-rays if certified.
• Educate patients on oral health and post-care.
• Maintain instrument sterilization and infection control standards.
• Support a positive, team-focused clinic culture.
• Create an exceptional patient experience from start to finish.

Skills

Dental assisting

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Job Description

Ortho Dental Assistant

Grow Your Career. Make Patients Smile. Love Where You Work.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE

We’re not your typical dental office. At First Choice Dental, we believe work should feel supportive, positive, and purpose-driven. We invest in our people, celebrate wins together, and create an environment where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow.

If you’re energetic, dependable, people-focused, and ready to build a meaningful career in healthcare, we’d love to meet you.

OUR MISSION

“We take exceptional care of our people, and our people take exceptional care of our patients.”

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Assist doctors during dental procedures while helping patients feel calm and comfortable
• Set up treatment rooms and prepare instruments and materials
• Learn and use modern dental technology and software systems like Dentrix
• Take dental X-rays (if certified)
• Help educate patients on oral health and post-treatment care
• Keep instruments sterilized and maintain infection control standards
• Support a positive, upbeat, team-focused clinic culture
• Help create an exceptional patient experience from start to finish

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Great communication and people skills
• Organized, dependable, and eager to learn
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Dental experience is a plus, but we are willing to train the right person
• Team-oriented mindset and passion for helping others

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and move throughout the clinic for extended periods
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, and assisting during procedures
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical setting

WHY FIRST CHOICE DENTAL?

At First Choice Dental, you are more than an employee — you are part of a mission-driven team that values growth, positivity, collaboration, and exceptional patient care. We believe in supporting future leaders, developing talent, and creating a workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work every day.

Join a team that makes a difference every single day.