Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Ito Orthodontics; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Uniform Allowance

Flex Spending Account

Employee and Family Orthodontic Tax?no

Job summary

Ito Orthodontics is seeking a dependable Orthodontic Dental Assistant to join our clinical team. The ideal candidate has prior orthodontic experience and a passion for delivering high‑quality patient care in a positive environment.

You will support a range of orthodontic procedures, prepare rooms, manage records, and educate patients throughout treatment. Competitive hours and a collaborative team await.

Qualifications

• Prior orthodontic experience required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with a wide variety of orthodontic procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms and materials.
• Accurately chart and manage patient records.
• Educate and communicate with patients throughout treatment.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain a clean clinical environment.
• Take diagnostic records and impressions.
• Perform lab work and maintain equipment.
• Support team members and perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Orthodontic experience

Job description

Benefits:

• Holiday Pay
• Uniform Allowance
• Flex Spending Account
• Employee and Family Orthodontic Treatment Discounts
• Paid time off

Join Our Team at Ito Orthodontics!

Ito Orthodontics is seeking a dependable and experienced Orthodontic Dental Assistant to join our dynamic clinical team! We are a practice committed to delivering exceptional orthodontic care in a positive, patient-focused environment. If you have prior orthodontic experience and are passionate about helping others, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role:

We are looking for a self-motivated, reliable, positive, and detail-oriented individual to support our clinical operations and enhance the patient experience. As an Orthodontic Dental Assistant, you will work closely with both patients and team members to ensure smooth, efficient, and high-quality care.

Office Hours:

Normal Hours (September-May):

• Monday: 7:35 AM - 6:00 PM
• Tuesday: 12:35 PM - 6:00 PM (occasional mornings for mandatory training/meetings)
• Wednesday: 7:35 AM - 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 6:35 AM - 4:00 PM
• Saturday: 7:35 AM - 12:00 PM (One Saturday every other month)

Summer Hours (June-August):

• Monday: 7:35 AM - 6:00 PM
• Tuesday: 7:35 AM - 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 6:35 AM - 3:00 PM
• Thursday: 6:35 AM - 3:00 PM

* Hours subject to change

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with a wide variety of orthodontic procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms and materials
• Accurately chart and manage patient records
• Educate and communicate with patients throughout treatment
• Sterilize instruments and maintain a clean clinical environment
• Take diagnostic records and impressions
• Perform lab work and maintain equipment
• Support team members and perform other tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

• Prior orthodontic experience required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Growth mindset with willingness to learn and adapt
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Professional, reliable, and a strong team player
• Capacity to multitask without compromising quality

*Compensation is dependent on the candidate's experience and skill level