Orthodontic Assistant — Growth, Travel & Perks

Orthodontic Experts; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Job summary

Orthodontic Experts in Arlington Heights, IL, is seeking a motivated Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team. You will support the Orthodontist, prepare patients, sterilize instruments, take digital radiographs, and assist with lab work.

This full-time role offers steady hours, travel to sister clinics as needed, opportunities for training, and a pay range of $20–$24 per hour. Excellent communication and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Orthodontic assisting experience is required
• Availability on Saturdays
• High School Diploma or GED
• Certificate of completion for Orthodontic Assistant Courses (preferred)
• Ability to learn quickly and efficiently
• Can multitask
• Be professional, organized, and have strong attention to detail
• Have excellent communication skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for orthodontic treatments, such as cleaning teeth, taking X-Rays, and making impressions.
• Examine patient's mouths and take notes of irregularities.
• Assist the orthodontist during procedures, such as adjusting braces and placing orthodontic appliances.
• Manage patient records and update charts.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and orthodontic care.
• Sterilize instruments before and after use.
• Follow safety and infection control protocols.
• Complete Aligner procedures: attachments and adjustments, and scans

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Professionalism

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Orthodontic Assistant Courses certificate

Job description

Orthodontic Experts in Arlington Heights, IL, is seeking a motivated Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team. You will support the Orthodontist, prepare patients, sterilize instruments, take digital radiographs, and assist with lab work.

This full-time role offers steady hours, travel to sister clinics as needed, opportunities for training, and a pay range of $20–$24 per hour. Excellent communication and attention to detail are essential.