Orthodontic Assistant - Burr Orthodontics

FHLB Des Moines; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay & 401(k) with Company

Clear Opportunities for Career Growth

Generous PTO & Holiday Pay

Flexible Health Insurance Options

Vibrant, Purpose-Driven Culture

Job summary

Burr Orthodontics in Dickson, TN seeks an energetic Orthodontic Assistant to support doctors with wires, retainers, and appliance fabrication, while helping maintain a smooth operatory workflow.

Ideal candidates have dental or orthodontic assisting experience, understand orthodontic terminology, and bring high energy, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for patient care.

Qualifications

• Background in dental or orthodontic assisting preferred.
• Familiarity with orthodontic terminology, tools, and procedures.
• High energy, attention to detail, team spirit, and patient care mindset.

Responsibilities

• Place and remove wires, coil springs, bands and retainers under direct doctor supervision.
• Conduct digital scans and assist in fabricating customized appliances and retainers.
• Prep treatment bays, sterilize instruments, and keep clinical workflows running smoothly.
• Educate patients (and parents) on oral hygiene, appliance care and treatment steps.
• Maintain precise treatment notes and collaborate across the clinic for an outstanding patient journey.

Skills

Dental/orthodontic assistant

Orthodontic terminology

High energy

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. At Burr Orthodontics, we don’t just straighten teeth—we transform confidence and create smiles that last a lifetime. We are on the hunt for a talented, energetic, and compassionate Orthodontic Assistant to join our tight-knit team! Whether you’re a seasoned orthodontic pro or a driven dental assistant eager to jump into the ortho world, we want to meet you. Bonus: We are willing to train the right person with the perfect attitude!

What Your Day Looks Like

• Hands-On Clinical Care: Place and remove wires, coil springs, bands, and retainers under direct doctor supervision.
• Tech-Forward Workflow: Conduct digital scans and assist in fabricating customized appliances and retainers.
• Smooth Operatory Operations: Prep treatment bays, sterilize instruments, and keep clinical workflows running seamlessly.
• Patient Champion: Educate patients (and parents!) on oral hygiene, appliance care, and treatment steps so they feel confident and informed.
• Detail & Documentation: Maintain precise treatment notes and collaborate across the clinic to ensure an outstanding patient journey.

What You Bring to the Table

• Experience: Background in dental or orthodontic assisting preferred.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with orthodontic terminology, tools, and procedures (or a high mechanical aptitude and a massive desire to learn!).
• Vibe: High energy, attention to detail, strong team spirit, and a genuine heart for patient care.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Burr Orthodontics, you’ll enjoy leadership that actively invests in your growth, a culture built on mutual respect, and a supportive team that feels like family.

• Competitive Pay & 401(k) with Company Match
• Clear Opportunities for Career Growth
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay
• Flexible Health Insurance Options
• A Vibrant, Purpose-Driven Culture where your work directly impacts lives daily ...and much more!

At Rock Dental Brands, we believe that every team member shares the most important job, because whether directly or indirectly, we are all crucial to the patient journey. We are a unified team with a commonly held desire to give patients positive, uplifting experiences that they will want to share with others. Our team members are committed to continuous learning. A valued-voice for both our patients and practices, our clinical teams enjoy a rewarding career, complete with educational and growth opportunities, flexibility and financial stability. We invest in our people to further their knowledge and improve our patients’ experiences. We may be a bit biased, but we think it’s one of the best companies to work for. We truly value our team members. We challenge them daily and celebrate their successes. What really sets us apart from most other jobs is the opportunity to work together as a team, to truly make a difference in our patients’ lives, and to help create smiles that will last a lifetime. We take great pride in our company’s culture because it’s so rich and deeply embedded in everything we do.