Orthodontic Assistant - Westrock Orthodontics

Rock Dental Brands; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career growth opportunities

Paid time off & holidays

Flexible health insurance options

401(k) with company match

Employee assistance program

Complimentary orthodontic care

Job summary

Westrock Orthodontics in Fort Smith, AR is seeking a motivated Orthodontic Assistant to support the orthodontist with patient care and clinical workflows. You will prepare operatories, sterilize equipment, and assist during examinations and treatments to ensure high-quality care.

The role requires experience in dental or orthodontic assisting, familiarity with orthodontic appliances, and strong teamwork. Bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in dental or orthodontic assisting.
• Familiarity with orthodontic appliances, procedures, and terminology.
• Bilingual Spanish is a plus but we consider all candidates.

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 under direct supervision (placing/removing wires, springs, bands, retainers).
• Record treatment notes accurately and collaborate with the team to deliver outstanding care.

Skills

Orthodontic assisting

Dental assisting

Job description

Orthodontic Assistant - Westrock Orthodontics# Careers## Orthodontic Assistant - Westrock OrthodonticsApply: Fort Smith, AR: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR102549It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.At Westrock Orthodontics, we’re passionate about creating smiles that last a lifetime. We’re looking for a talented and caring Orthodontic Assistant to join our team. If you’re a motivated team player with a dental or orthodontic assisting background, we’d love to meet you! As an Orthodontic Assistant, you will assist the Orthodontist with patients to ensure the highest quality of care is provided. Perform clinical and technical procedures under the direct supervision of a licensed Orthodontist. Prepare patient operatories, equipment, and assist the doctor during examination and ortho treatment. **What You’ll Do*** 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. **What We’re Looking For*** Experience in dental or orthodontic assisting.* Familiarity with orthodontic appliances, procedures, and terminology.* Bilingual Spanish is a plus but we consider all candidates. **Why Westrock Orthodontics?**At Westrock Orthodontics, we’re dedicated to transforming lives through confident smiles. As part of the Westrock family, you’ll be surrounded by a supportive team, leadership that empowers your growth, and a company culture built on respect, collaboration, and excellence in patient care.* Competitive Pay* Career Growth Opportunities* Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay* Flexible Health Insurance Options* 401(k) with Company Match* Employee Assistance Program* Supportive, Collaborative Team Culture Making a Real Impact on Patient Lives* Complimentary Orthodontic care* And More!### About UsAt Rock Dental Brands, we believe that every team member shares the most important job, because whether directly or indirectly, we are all crucial to the patient journey. We are a unified team with a commonly held desire to give patients positive, uplifting experiences that they will want to share with others.Our team members are committed to continuous learning. A valued-voice for both our patients and practices, our clinical teams enjoy a rewarding career, complete with educational and growth opportunities, flexibility and financial stability. We invest in our people to further their knowledge and improve our patients’ experiences.We may be a bit biased, but we think it’s one of the best companies to work for. We truly value our team members. We challenge them daily and celebrate their successes. What really sets us apart from most other jobs is the opportunity to work together as a team, to truly make a difference in our patients’ lives, and to help create smiles that will last a lifetime. We take great pride in our company’s culture because it’s so rich and deeply embedded in everything we do.