Orthodontic Assistant — Travel Team & Patient Care Pro

Rock Dental Missouri PLLC; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Westrock Orthodontics seeks an energetic Orthodontic Assistant for our Travel Team, split between Hot Springs and Texarkana clinics. You will support orthodontists chairside and travel 1–2 days per week, with hours from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and you will be compensated for travel time.

You’ll deliver clinical care, operate 3D scanners, and help educate patients while keeping spotless documentation and sterile protocols. If you thrive on variety and patient care, join us.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in dental or orthodontic assisting (orthodontic experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of orthodontic appliances and patient workflow.
• Willingness to travel between Hot Springs and Texarkana practices.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with patients of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Chairside support with orthodontist during exams and treatments.
• Place and remove archwires, coils, bands, retainers and attachments.
• Utilize 3D digital scanners for impressions and appliance fabrication.
• Educate patients on treatment and care, ensuring understanding.
• Prepare treatment suites, sterilize instruments, and manage room turnover.
• Maintain accurate patient records and treatment notes.

Skills

Dental assisting

Orthodontic experience

Communication skills

Willing to travel

Tools

3D scanners

Orthodontic appliances knowledge

Job description

Westrock Orthodontics seeks an energetic Orthodontic Assistant for our Travel Team, split between Hot Springs and Texarkana clinics. You will support orthodontists chairside and travel 1–2 days per week, with hours from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and you will be compensated for travel time.

You’ll deliver clinical care, operate 3D scanners, and help educate patients while keeping spotless documentation and sterile protocols. If you thrive on variety and patient care, join us.