Pediatric Orthodontic Assistant (Floater) – Dual Offices

Weaver and Stratton Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics; Orange Park (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Scrubs allowance

Job summary

Weaver and Stratton Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics is seeking an experienced Orthodontic Dental Assistant to join our team. This Floater role travels between Julington Creek and Orange Park offices, supporting the orthodontists and clinical team in a fast-paced, child-friendly environment.

Responsibilities include preparing operatories, assisting with bonding and wire changes, taking X-rays and scans, documenting progress, and educating patients on appliance care.

Qualifications

• Orthodontic dental assisting experience preferred but not required.
• Experience in pediatric or high-volume dental settings preferred.
• Current radiology certification; orthodontic assisting certification preferred.
• Professional, dependable, detail-oriented, and collaborative.
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to work across both office locations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operatories and ensure sterilization of instruments.
• Assist with orthodontic procedures including bonding, banding, wire changes, separators, and retainer delivery.
• Take diagnostic records: X-rays, impressions, and iTero scans.
• Accurately document treatment and patient progress.
• Provide appliance care instructions to patients and families.
• Support orthodontists and the clinical team to maintain efficient workflow.

Skills

Orthodontic assisting

Pediatric experience

Radiology certification

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

Radiology certification

Orthodontic assisting certification

Job description

Weaver and Stratton Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics is seeking an experienced Orthodontic Dental Assistant to join our team. This Floater role travels between Julington Creek and Orange Park offices, supporting the orthodontists and clinical team in a fast-paced, child-friendly environment.

Responsibilities include preparing operatories, assisting with bonding and wire changes, taking X-rays and scans, documenting progress, and educating patients on appliance care.