Orthodontic Assistant: Precision Care & Patient Comfort

Specialty Dental Brands; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Dirt Orthodontics is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to support the orthodontist and clinical team in delivering efficient, safe patient care. You will assist with procedures, manage instruments, and maintain a clean treatment environment while delivering exceptional service.

You will place and remove braces, take impressions, adjust wires, and apply elastics; prepare patients, sterilize equipment, and keep accurate records in the EHR/PMS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; accredited orthodontic assisting program preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience as an orthodontic assistant or dental assistant, preferably with orthodontic focus.
• Knowledge of orthodontic procedures, appliances, and terminology.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and the orthodontic team.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the orthodontist during treatments, including placing and removing braces, taking impressions, adjusting wires, and applying/removing elastics and other orthodontic appliances.
• Ensure patient comfort and respond to patient needs throughout procedures.
• Prepare patients for orthodontic treatments, explaining procedures and addressing questions or concerns.
• Ensure patients are properly positioned, and instruments and materials are readily available to support efficient treatment.
• Sterilize and prepare instruments, equipment, and materials in compliance with infection control protocols.
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked clinical areas and treatment rooms.
• Take diagnostic X-rays, panoramic images, or digital scans as required for treatment planning.
• Update and maintain accurate patient records, treatment progress notes, and X-ray results in the practice management system (EHR/PMS).
• Assist with the fitting, adjustment, and removal of orthodontic appliances such as retainers, expanders, and braces.
• Provide post-treatment instructions, including retainer care and the importance of follow-up visits.
• Educate patients on the proper care of braces, wires, and orthodontic appliances to ensure optimal results.
• Monitor inventory of orthodontic supplies and materials, reordering as needed to maintain adequate stock.
• Support a positive and professional patient experience.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Confidentiality (HIPAA)

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Orthodontic assisting program

Job description

Red Dirt Orthodontics is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to support the orthodontist and clinical team in delivering efficient, safe patient care. You will assist with procedures, manage instruments, and maintain a clean treatment environment while delivering exceptional service.

You will place and remove braces, take impressions, adjust wires, and apply elastics; prepare patients, sterilize equipment, and keep accurate records in the EHR/PMS.