Orthodontic Assistant - Westrock Orthodontics

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

It'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.

Transform Lives, One Smile at a Time

At Westrock Orthodontics, we don't just straighten teeth-we build lifelong confidence. We believe every patient deserves a world-class experience, and our Orthodontic Assistants are the heart of that mission.

We are seeking a high-energy Orthodontic Assistant to join our elite Travel Team, dividing talent between two vibrant clinic settings. This role includes 1-2 travel days per week to our Texarkana location with hours running from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. To ensure your journey is as smooth as it is rewarding, we provide a comfortable team travel van and fully pay you for all travel time.

As a key partner to our Orthodontists, you will deliver seamless clinical care while creating a warm, uplifting environment for every patient who walks through our doors.

• Clinical Excellence & Doctor Support: Work chairside alongside the Orthodontist during comprehensive exams and advanced orthodontic treatments, ensuring seamless appointment flow and maximum patient comfort.
• Hands-On Technical Care: Precision-execute expanded clinical functions under direct doctor supervision, including the placement and removal of archwires, coil springs, bands, retainers, and attachments.
• Digital Innovation: Utilize cutting‑edge 3D digital scanners to take high‑precision impressions and assist in the fabrication of custom appliances and aligners.
• Patient Empowerment & Education: Serve as an educator and advocate for our patients‑guiding them through their treatment journeys, explaining proper oral hygiene, and troubleshooting appliance care so they leave every appointment feeling informed and inspired.
• Operatory & Workflow Management: Prepare state‑of‑the‑art treatment suites, meticulously sterilize instruments adhering to strict safety protocols, and maintain smooth clinical room turnarounds.
• Precision Documentation: Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely patient records and treatment notes to guarantee continuity of care.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Experience: Prior experience in dental or orthodontic assisting (orthodontic experience preferred).
• Technical Knowledge: Strong familiarity with orthodontic appliances, clinical terminology, and patient workflow.
• Adaptability & Drive: A proactive mindset with the flexibility to travel and excel across both the Hot Springs and Texarkana practices.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to connect genuinely with patients of all ages-from children and teens to adults.
• Team Spirit: A supportive, collaborative attitude that elevates the team culture every single day.

Why Choose Westrock Orthodontics?

When you join Westrock, you aren't just taking a job‑you'rejoining a family that invests heavily in your personal and professional success. We offer leadership that listens, a supportive community, and an industry‑leading compensation and benefits portfolio:

• Competitive Compensation Package reflect value and experience
• Clear Pathways for Career Growth & Advancement
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay to ensure work‑life balance
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage: Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous employer matching
• Complimentary Orthodontic Care for you and eligible family members
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal, financial, and mental well‑being
• A Vibrant, Supportive Team Culture centered around respect, fun, and meaningful patient outcomes