Orthodontic Clinician I — Patient‑Focused Dental Assistant

Smile Doctors; Algonquin (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; 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 in first year +

Discounts on braces and clear aligners

Job summary

Smile Doctors is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician I in Algonquin, IL to join our growing team. You will assist in orthodontic procedures, manage patient records, and support remote monitoring initiatives under the supervision of an Orthodontist.

The role requires a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with preferred dental/orthodontic experience, CPR and radiography certifications where required by state boards.

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 review/triage patient scans, responding to direct patient messages, and triage notifications.
• Educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring.
• Clean, sterilize, and prepare the equipment and operatory following standard protocols.
• Adhere to all infection-control policies and protocols.

Skills

Rapport with patients

Multi-tasking

Hand tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

Radiography certification

Dental Assistant certification

Job description

Smile Doctors is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician I in Algonquin, IL to join our growing team. You will assist in orthodontic procedures, manage patient records, and support remote monitoring initiatives under the supervision of an Orthodontist.

The role requires a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with preferred dental/orthodontic experience, CPR and radiography certifications where required by state boards.