Orthodontic Assistant: Impact Smiles, Team Growth, PTO

Rock Dental Brands; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Career Growth Opportunities

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

Flexible Health Insurance Options

401(k) with Company Match

Employer-paid pre-tax Health Savings账户

Employee Assistance Program

Supportive, Collaborative Team Culture

Making a Real Impact on Patient Lives

Complimentary Orthodontic care

And More!

Job summary

Birmingham Orthodontics in Hoover, AL is seeking a compassionate Orthodontic Assistant to support the orthodontist during exams and treatments, prepare operatories, sterilize equipment, and keep procedures running smoothly in a patient-focused team.

If you have dental or orthodontic assisting experience, you will educate patients on treatment plans and care, document notes, and collaborate with the team to deliver outstanding care throughout the patient journey.

Qualifications

• Experience in dental or orthodontic assisting.
• Familiarity with orthodontic appliances, procedures, and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Orthodontist during exams and treatments, ensuring patients are comfortable and procedures run smoothly.
• Prepare operatories, sterilize equipment, and support clinical workflows to maximize efficiency.
• Perform orthodontic procedures such as placing/removing wires, coil springs, bands, and retainers under direct supervision.
• Conduct digital scans and assist in fabricating customized appliances and retainers.
• Educate patients on treatment plans, oral hygiene, and appliance care to ensure they are fully informed and confident.
• Record treatment notes accurately and collaborate with the team to deliver outstanding care throughout the patient’s journey.

Skills

Dental assisting

Orthodontic assisting

Job description

Birmingham Orthodontics in Hoover, AL is seeking a compassionate Orthodontic Assistant to support the orthodontist during exams and treatments, prepare operatories, sterilize equipment, and keep procedures running smoothly in a patient-focused team.

If you have dental or orthodontic assisting experience, you will educate patients on treatment plans and care, document notes, and collaborate with the team to deliver outstanding care throughout the patient journey.