Orthodontic Assistant - Westrock Orthodontics

Rock Dental Brands; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Career Growth Opportunities

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

Flexible Health Insurance Options

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Supportive Team Culture

Complimentary Orthodontic Care

And More!

Job summary

Westrock Orthodontics in Phoenix is seeking a compassionate Orthodontic Assistant to join our team. If you have dental or orthodontic assisting experience and a patient-first mindset, we’d love to meet you!

You’ll support the Orthodontist during exams, prepare operatories, sterilize equipment, and assist with digital scans and appliance fabrication. The role emphasizes patient education and accurate record-keeping to ensure outstanding care throughout the patient journey.

Qualifications

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

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

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Orthodontic procedures knowledge

Spanish language (optional)

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.

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!