Orthodontic Assistant (Aurora)

Orthodontic Experts; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Travel Pay

Clinical Bonuses

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) and matching

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Orthodontic Experts is seeking a full-time Orthodontic Assistant in Aurora, IL. You will play a vital role in creating beautiful smiles by assisting our orthodontists, preparing patients for treatment, and managing records.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of orthodontic assisting experience and be available to work Saturdays. A competitive pay rate and robust benefits package including health insurance, paid training, and 401(k) matching are offered.

Qualifications

• 1 year of orthodontic assisting experience required.
• Availability on Saturdays necessary.
• Ability to learn quickly and multitask essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for orthodontic treatments.
• Assist orthodontist during procedures.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene.

Skills

Orthodontic assisting

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certificate of completion for Orthodontic Assistant Courses

Job description

About us

At Orthodontic Experts, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient care and setting the standard for orthodontic excellence. With 32 locations across the greater Chicagoland area, Wisconsin, and Indiana, and continued growth ahead, we are focused on transforming smiles and making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Job Type

Full-time

Job Description

As an Orthodontic Assistant, you will be an integral part of creating beautiful smiles for our patients. You will be part of a dynamic team of orthodontic professionals who are passionate about providing excellent care. You will be responsible for providing support to our Orthodontist and assisting in the chair‑side procedures. Your duties will include preparing patients for their treatment, sterilizing instruments, taking digital radiographs, and assisting with laboratory procedures.

Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Prepare patients for orthodontic treatments, such as cleaning teeth, taking X‑Rays, and making impressions.
• Examine patient's mouths and take notes of irregularities.
• Assist the orthodontist during procedures, such as adjusting braces and placing orthodontic appliances.
• Manage patient records and update charts.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and orthodontic care.
• Sterilize instruments before and after use.
• Follow safety and infection control protocols.
• Complete Aligner procedures: attachments and adjustments, and scans
• Complete Full Arch Bonding top and bottom, as well as bonding fixed retainers
• Debonding
• Rebonding Brackets
• Using various digital scanners
• Making clear retainers
• Delivering expanders, space maintainers and forsus.
• In the event you are traveling to another clinic, you are required to perform all duties and responsibilities of your role including administrative tasks.
• Participate in Marketing events
• Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Orthodontic assisting (1 year required)
• Availability on Saturdays
• High School Diploma of GED
• Certificate of completion for Orthodontic Assistant Courses (preferred)
• Ability to learn quickly and efficiently
• Can multitask
• Be professional, organized, and have strong attention to detail
• Have excellent communication skills
• Travel to Glendale Heights, Joliet and Hillside

Working Hours/Location

• Monday – Wednesday 8:45am – 5:00pm
• Thursday - Friday 6:45am – 3:00pm
• 2 Saturdays per month
• Two 9:45am- 6:00pm Shifts per month
• 2987 Kirk Road, #103A , Aurora, IL 60502
• Rate of pay : $20 - $24

Benefits (for Our Full‑time Employees)

• Paid Training
• Travel Pay (when traveling to sister clinics farther than 15 miles away from base clinic)
• Clinical Bonuses
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account
• Dependent Care Account
• 401(k) and matching
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Identity Theft Protection
• MetLife MetLaw Legal Insurance
• Transit Reimbursement - Commuter Account
• Free and discounted Orthodontic Treatments

Salary Description

Pay range - $20 - $24