Orthodontic Assistant — Fast-Paced Care, PTO & 401k

Southern Orthodontic Partners; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

STD/LTD

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Southern Orthodontic Partners seeks an Orthodontic Assistant / Dental Assistant in Norman, OK for a full-time role. You’ll support chairside procedures, manage patient care, and help educate patients about braces in a fast-paced orthodontic environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of dental assisting experience and a preferred RDA/CDA certification. Competitive benefits and a collaborative team await.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant or Orthodontic Assistant (preferred).
• RDA or CDA certification (preferred).
• Compassionate, reliable, and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist orthodontists chairside during procedures.
• Place, adjust, and remove braces, brackets, and bands as directed.
• Take X-rays, scans, impressions, and patient progress photos.
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments.
• Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and braces aftercare.
• Maintain accurate patient records in EMR.
• Coordinate with clinical and front office teams; cross-train as needed.

Skills

Dental Assistant experience

RDA/CDA certification

Team orientation

Education

RDA or CDA certification

Job description

Southern Orthodontic Partners seeks an Orthodontic Assistant / Dental Assistant in Norman, OK for a full-time role. You’ll support chairside procedures, manage patient care, and help educate patients about braces in a fast-paced orthodontic environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of dental assisting experience and a preferred RDA/CDA certification. Competitive benefits and a collaborative team await.