Orthodontic Clinician I: Hands-On Patient Care & Aligner Support

SD Orthodontics, P.A.; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision and life ins.

Short and long-term disability

401(k) plan

2 weeks paid time off + holidays

Discounts on braces and clear aligners

Job summary

Smile Doctors is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician I to join our growing team in Florida. You will deliver positive clinical experiences under the supervision of an Orthodontist, assisting with appliances, charting, remote monitoring, and patient education.

You will work to maintain infection-control standards, sterilize equipment, and handle lab procedures under close supervision. This role emphasizes multitasking, priority setting, and building rapport with patients throughout their treatment

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Some dental/orthodontic industry experience preferred.
• Dental Assistant certification if required by state Dental Board.
• Radiography certification if required by state Dental Board.
• CPR certification if required by state Dental Board.

Responsibilities

• Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances under close supervision of the Orthodontist.
• Review patient charts, log appropriate patient data and transcribe doctor notes.
• Perform laboratory procedures under close supervision of the Orthodontist.
• Review remote monitoring dashboard including triage of patient scans and responses to messages.
• Educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring.
• Clean, sterilize, and prepare equipment and operatory following standard protocols.
• Adhere to infection-control policies and protocols.

Skills

Rapport building

Interpersonal with patients

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant certification (state requirement)

Radiography certification (state requirement)

CPR certification (state requirement)

Dental industry experience preferred

Job description

Smile Doctors is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician I to join our growing team in Florida. You will deliver positive clinical experiences under the supervision of an Orthodontist, assisting with appliances, charting, remote monitoring, and patient education.

You will work to maintain infection-control standards, sterilize equipment, and handle lab procedures under close supervision. This role emphasizes multitasking, priority setting, and building rapport with patients throughout their treatment