Orthodontic Assistant: Impactful Dental Role

Rock Dental Brands; Arnold (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Career Growth Opportunities

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

Health Insurance Options

401(k) with Company Match

Job summary

Westrock Orthodontics is seeking a motivated Orthodontic Assistant to join our caring team. If you have dental or orthodontic assisting experience, we’d love to meet you and help patients achieve brighter smiles.

You will support the orthodontist, prepare operatories, sterilize equipment, take digital scans, and educate patients on treatment plans and appliance care while delivering outstanding care throughout the patient’s journey. We offer competitive pay and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

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

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.
• Record treatment notes accurately and collaborate with the team to deliver outstanding care throughout the patient’s journey.

Skills

Orthodontic assisting

Dental terminology

Job description

Westrock Orthodontics is seeking a motivated Orthodontic Assistant to join our caring team. If you have dental or orthodontic assisting experience, we’d love to meet you and help patients achieve brighter smiles.

You will support the orthodontist, prepare operatories, sterilize equipment, take digital scans, and educate patients on treatment plans and appliance care while delivering outstanding care throughout the patient’s journey. We offer competitive pay and growth opportunities.