Orthodontic Assistant

Orthodontic Assistant

Looking for a career that makes you smile? OASECT is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team. Come be a part of our fun, fast‑paced environment where we use the latest technological advances in orthodontics and prioritize the patient experience. We use a combination of braces (Damon brackets) and clear aligners and have been voted one of the top orthodontic practices in the area since 2008.

Our Clinical Assistants are responsible for assisting the orthodontists in all aspects of patient care and procedures. Assistants make connections with our patients and help make them feel comfortable upon arrival. After reading and interpreting the treatment plan, they prep the patient’s mouth for the doctor and prepare for procedures by having the necessary tools sterilized and in place. The assistant also records accurate chart notes for each appointment and communicates all details with the parent and front desk staff after the appointment.

Responsible for delivering a positive clinical experience to all patients while following strict adherence to company policies as well as state dental laws, rules and regulations under the direction and close supervision of an Orthodontist.

• 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

• Ability to build rapport with patients
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with patients and coworkers
• Ability to use hand tools
• Ability to set priorities regarding patient care, manage full schedules and multi‑task

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Some dental/orthodontic industry experience preferred
• Radiography certification preferred
• Infection Control certification preferred

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short and long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan
• 2 weeks paid time off in your first year + paid holidays
• Discounts on braces and clear aligners for you and your family members

As the nation’s leading Orthodontic Support Organization, Smile Doctors partners with local orthodontic practices to offer world‑class patient care with hometown heart. We exist to love people first, straighten teeth second, and we work hard to maintain a people‑first culture and cultivate a fun, encouraging environment.

Smile Doctors offers every Team Member the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. We nurture both talents and strengths, building each person’s abilities to help them find success in their career and beyond. As the fastest‑growing organization of our kind in the industry, we’re looking for passionate, innovative professionals who can join us in changing the way the world smiles.

This is the perfect opportunity to grow with an expanding organization! Apply today!

Smile Doctors and all our affiliating practices are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and welcome diversity in our organization. We do not discriminate against any team member or applicant for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity.