Orthodontic Assistant — Fast-Paced Team, PTO & 401(k)

Southern Orthodontic Partners; Duncanville (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Company-paid STD/LTD

401(k) with up to 4% company match

Job summary

Henderson Orthodontics in Duncanville and Grand Prairie seeks a dedicated Orthodontic Assistant / Dental Assistant to join our fast-paced orthodontic practice. This full-time role focuses on chairside assisting, patient education, and delivering exceptional patient experiences under the Southern Orthodontic Partners partnership.

The position offers competitive pay ($20–$23/hour) and a supportive environment where you can grow your career while helping patients feel confident in their smiles

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 assisting

RDA/CDA certification

Compassionate, reliable, team-oriented

Job description

Henderson Orthodontics in Duncanville and Grand Prairie seeks a dedicated Orthodontic Assistant / Dental Assistant to join our fast-paced orthodontic practice. This full-time role focuses on chairside assisting, patient education, and delivering exceptional patient experiences under the Southern Orthodontic Partners partnership.

The position offers competitive pay ($20–$23/hour) and a supportive environment where you can grow your career while helping patients feel confident in their smiles