Orthodontic Assistant: Elevate Patient Care & Smiles

Smile-Doctors; Dublin (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Disability coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Brace discounts

Job summary

Smile Doctors in Georgia is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team. You’ll support orthodontists in delivering positive patient experiences while adhering to state regulations and company policies.

Key duties include assisting with appliances, reviewing charts, performing lab tasks, triaging remote monitoring, educating patients, and maintaining sterile operatory practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Some dental/orthodontic industry experience preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Skills

Rapport with patients

Interpersonal with patients/coworkers

Hand tools

Prioritize patient care

Education

High School Diploma

Dental/Orthodontic experience

Job description

Smile Doctors in Georgia is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team. You’ll support orthodontists in delivering positive patient experiences while adhering to state regulations and company policies.

Key duties include assisting with appliances, reviewing charts, performing lab tasks, triaging remote monitoring, educating patients, and maintaining sterile operatory practices.