Orthodontic Assistant - Gilmore Orthodontics

Corus Orthodontists; California, San Diego (MO, CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Orthodontic Assistant to join a supportive and community-focused team. This role involves creating exceptional patient experiences while assisting with orthodontic procedures and maintaining a clean and organized environment. With a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement, this practice offers a competitive total rewards package, including health benefits and opportunities for professional growth. If you are dedicated to providing quality care and building strong relationships, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a collaborative workplace.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Matching

Employee Assistance Program

Annual Learning Assistance

Qualifications

• Experience as an Orthodontic Assistant or Registered Dental Assistant preferred.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for treatment and build positive relationships.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and assist in orthodontic procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the practice.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Education

Orthodontic Assistant experience

Registered Dental Assistant

Tools

Orthodontic/Dental Management Software

Job description

Orthodontic Assistant - Gilmore Orthodontics

Thursday, April 17, 2025

Are you passionate about creating exceptional patient experiences and helping people achieve their dream smiles? Gilmore Orthodontics is looking for a passionate and energetic Orthodontic Assistant to join our well-established practice in San Diego, CA. In this vital role, you'll support the practice by guiding people through their orthodontic journey while contributing to our practice's growth and success.

Full-time

$20.00-$25.00/per hr.

Why Gilmore Orthodontics?

At Gilmore Orthodontics, we’re more than an orthodontic practice—we’re a community that values support, integrity, and continuous improvement. As part of Corus Orthodontists, a growing network of over 50 practices across North America, we offer:

• A Supportive Environment with Community Focus: Work in a positive, collaborative workplace where team members lift each other up. Build strong relationships with patients and the communities we proudly serve.
• Commitment to Excellence: Deliver quality care in every patient interaction and enjoy ongoing opportunities for growth, including $500 in annual learning assistance.
• Compensation & Perks That Count: Access a competitive total rewards package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a health spending account, life insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, and an employee assistance program.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

Your Role

As an Orthodontic Assistant, you’ll play a pivotal role in creating positive patient experiences and driving our practice’s success. Responsibilities include:

• Prepare patients for treatment by welcoming, comforting, and seating them.
• Build positive relationships with patients, families, and coworkers to ensure the targeted outcome treatment remains on schedule.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene.
• Enter detailed chart/record notations in the practice management system.
• Take x-rays, photos, impressions, and intraoral scans.
• Provide reports to parents/guardians.
• Assist Orthodontist with consultations and all stages of orthodontic procedures.
• Clean/disinfect operatories and sterilize instruments and devices.
• Set up trays and prepare brackets for bonding.
• Unload and store new supplies.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Doctor, Clinical Lead, and Practice Manager.

About You

• Orthodontic Assistant experience is preferred, or Registered Dental Assistant.
• Good understanding of relevant health and safety regulations.
• Proficiency with orthodontic/dental management software systems is preferred, but not required.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build strong relationships and rapport with patients, parents, doctors, fellow team members, and the community.
• Keen attention to detail and time management skills.

Ready to be part of a team that values excellence, integrity, and community? Apply today and take the next step in a rewarding career with Gilmore Orthodontics! We thank all applicants, although only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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At Corus Orthodontists, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We take pride in being an inclusive employer that celebrates diversity and treats all applicants equally, and without discrimination. Our recruitment team is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and reasonable accommodations. If contacted to discuss your application, please inform your Recruitment Specialist if an accommodation is required.