Orthodontic Assistant - Westrock Orthodontics

Rock Dental Brands; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; 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

Employer-paid pre-tax Health Savings Account

Employee Assistance Program

Complimentary Orthodontic care

Job summary

A leading dental practice in Springfield, MO is seeking a motivated Orthodontic Assistant to support the Orthodontist and ensure high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include assisting with patient exams, preparing operatories, and performing orthodontic procedures under supervision. The ideal candidate will have experience in dental assisting and familiarity with orthodontic procedures. We offer competitive pay, career growth opportunities, and a supportive team culture focused on transforming lives through confident smiles.

Qualifications

• Experience in dental or orthodontic assisting is required.
• Familiarity with orthodontic appliances and procedures is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Orthodontist during exams and treatments, ensuring patient comfort.
• Prepare operatories and sterilize equipment to support clinical workflows.
• Perform orthodontic procedures 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

Experience in dental or orthodontic assisting

Familiarity with orthodontic appliances, procedures, and terminology

Job description

Orthodontic Assistant - Westrock Orthodontics page is loaded## Orthodontic Assistant - Westrock Orthodonticslocations: Springfield, MOtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR101934It'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.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* Employer-paid pre-tax Health Savings Account* Employee Assistance Program* Supportive, Collaborative Team Culture Making a Real Impact on Patient Lives* Complimentary Orthodontic care* And More!Join a practice where your passion meets purpose—and where you help people smile brighter every day.At 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.