Orthodontic Assistant - Westrock Orthodontics

Rock Dental Brands; West Plains (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Rock Dental Brands is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant in West Plains, MO to support the Orthodontist during exams and treatments. You will prepare operatories, assist with procedures, and ensure patient comfort and safety in a fast-paced orthodontic setting.

The role emphasizes clear communication with patients and parents, accurate documentation, and teamwork to deliver high-quality care. This is a full-time, on-site position focused on patient satisfaction and clinical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Orthodontist with patients to ensure the highest quality of care.
• Prepare patient operatory and equipment and assist the doctor during examination and ortho treatment.
• Communicate clearly and calmly the treatment needs to parent and patient using the prescribed treatment plan.
• Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of patients.
• Provide clear and concise documentation of all treatment rendered using electronic and paper dental records and forms.

Job description

Orthodontic Assistant - Westrock Orthodontics# Careers## Orthodontic Assistant - Westrock OrthodonticsApply: West Plains, MO: Full time: Posted Today: JR102541It'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.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 operatory and equipment and assist the doctor during examination and ortho treatment. **A few specific job duties:*** Must communicate clearly and calmly the treatment needs to parent and patient utilizing prescribed treatment plan.* Must be able to recognize and identify prior authorization requirements, along with ensuring signed consent forms.* Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of patients.* Provide clear and concise documentation of all treatment rendered using electronic and paper dental records and forms.* Perform general housekeeping and restocking as needed.In summary, the goal is to serve and provide superior support to doctors and to be an example of respect and caring for our customer and office personnel.### 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.