Orthodontic Assistant – Grow with a Modern, Patient‑Focused Practice

Alinea Orthodontics; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consistent hours

Competitive pay

Professional development and training opportunities

Supportive team-oriented culture

Job summary

Alinea Orthodontics in Santa Monica is hiring an Orthodontic Assistant to enhance patient experiences in a modern practice. This role includes assisting during orthodontic procedures and ensuring a reliable, clean, and collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates will hold an OA or RDA license, possess strong team skills, and be eager to learn. With a competitive pay range of $22–$30 per hour and opportunities for professional development, Alinea offers a supportive and engaging work culture.

Qualifications

• OA or RDA license is required.
• Orthodontic or general dental assisting experience preferred.
• Eager to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist Dr. Ortiz chairside during orthodontic procedures.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments; maintain a clean environment.
• Take records including X-rays and iTero scans.
• Deliver attentive care to patients at every visit.
• Collaborate with front desk and treatment coordinator.

Skills

Reliable

Detail-oriented

Team player

Comfortable with technology

Education

OA or RDA license

Job description

Orthodontic Assistant – Grow with a Modern, Patient‑Focused Practice!

$22 - $30 per hour (based on experience)

Are you someone who’s excited to start your journey in orthodontics and grow in a supportive, modern, and fun office?

About Alinea Orthodontics

Alinea is a boutique orthodontic studio in Santa Monica built around clinical excellence, genuine connection, and an experience that feels anything but ordinary. We’re a small, close‑knit team that takes our work seriously — and takes care of each other the same way we take care of our patients.

Perks of joining our team

• Consistent hours.
• Competitive pay.
• Supportive and team‑oriented culture.
• Great doctor.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Opportunity to be part of a growing and innovative orthodontic practice.

About the Role

We’re looking for a clinical assistant who brings warmth, precision, and pride in their work. You’ll be chairside with Dr. Ortiz, playing a direct role in delivering the kind of patient experience Alinea is known for.

If you have orthodontic experience, great. If you’re a dental assistant ready to grow into ortho, we want to hear from you too — we’re open to all experience levels and will invest in the right person.

What You Will Do

• Assist Dr. Ortiz chairside during orthodontic procedures (bonding, adjustments, debonds, scans)
• Prepare and sterilize instruments; maintain a clean, organized clinical environment
• Take records including X‑rays, photos, and iTero scans
• Deliver a warm, attentive experience to every patient at every visit
• Collaborate closely with the front desk and treatment coordinator

What We Are Looking For

• OA or RDA license (required)
• Orthodontic or general dental assisting experience (entry level welcome)
• Reliable, detail‑oriented, and genuinely a team player
• Comfortable with technology and eager to learn
• A warm, professional presence with patients

What We Offer

• $22–$30 per hour (based on experience)
• A beautiful, design‑forward workspace in Santa Monica
• A small team that genuinely invests in you

Job Type: Full‑Time

Location: ALINEA Orthodontics, 2701 Ocean Park Boulevard, Suite 110, Santa Monica, CA 90405 (In Person)

Please note: We are not able to provide or assume sponsorship for a visa at this time.

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We can’t wait to meet you!