Orthodontic Assistant - Coastline Orthodontics

FHLB Des Moines; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

Flexible Health Insurance Options

401(k) with Company Match

Employer-paid pre-tax Health Savings (

Account

Job summary

Coastline Orthodontics is seeking a Lead Orthodontic Assistant to support the Orthodontist with examinations and treatments. You will prepare operatories, sterilize equipment, and assist during procedures to ensure smooth and comfortable patient visits.

Responsibilities include assisting with wires, bands, and retainers, conducting digital scans, fabricating appliances, educating patients, and recording treatment notes. Join a collaborative team dedicated to excellent patient care and outcomes.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in dental or orthodontic assisting.
• Familiarity with orthodontic appliances, procedures, and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Orthodontist during exams and treatments, ensuring patient comfort.
• Prepare operatories, sterilize equipment, and support clinical workflows to maximize efficiency.
• Perform orthodontic procedures such as placing/removing wires, coil springs, bands, and retainers under direct supervision.
• Conduct digital scans and assist in fabricating customized appliances and retainers.
• Educate patients on treatment plans, oral hygiene, and appliance care to ensure they are fully informed and confident.
• Record treatment notes accurately and collaborate with the team to deliver outstanding care throughout the patient’s journey.

Skills

Orthodontic assisting

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 Coastline Orthodontics, we’re passionate about creating smiles that last a lifetime. We’re looking for a talented and caring Orthodontic Assistant to join our team. If you’re a motivated team player with a dental or orthodontic assisting background, we’d love to meet you!As a Lead Orthodontic Assistant, you will assist the Orthodontist with patients to ensure the highest quality of care is provided. Perform clinical and technical procedures under the direct supervision of a licensed Orthodontist. Prepare patient operatories, equipment, and assist the doctor during examination and ortho treatment.What You’ll DoAssist the Orthodontist during exams and treatments, ensuring patients are comfortable and procedures run smoothly.Prepare operatories, sterilize equipment, and support clinical workflows to maximize efficiency.Perform orthodontic procedures such as placing/removing wires, coil springs, bands, and retainers under direct supervision.Conduct digital scans and assist in fabricating customized appliances and retainers.Educate patients on treatment plans, oral hygiene, and appliance care to ensure they are fully informed and confident.Record treatment notes accurately and collaborate with the team to deliver outstanding care throughout the patient’s journey.What We’re Looking ForMust have 1-2 years of experience in dental or orthodontic assisting.Familiarity with orthodontic appliances, procedures, and terminology.Why Coastline Orthodontics?At Coastline Orthodontics, we’re dedicated to transforming lives through confident smiles. As part of the Coastline family, you’ll be surrounded by a supportive team, leadership that empowers your growth, and a company culture built on respect, collaboration, and excellence in patient care.Competitive PayCareer Growth OpportunitiesPaid Time Off & Holiday PayFlexible Health Insurance Options401(k) with Company MatchEmployer-paid pre-tax Health Savings AccountEmployee Assistance ProgramSupportive, Collaborative Team Culture Making a Real Impact on Patient LivesComplimentary Orthodontic careAnd More!Join a practice where your passion meets purpose—and where you help people smile brighter every day.