Description
Orthodontic Assistant – Join Our Team!
Meyer Dana Orthodontics is looking for a motivated, dependable, and patient-focused Orthodontic Assistant to join our team! We are a fast-paced, multi-location orthodontic practice committed to providing exceptional care and creating confident smiles.
This position plays a key role in creating an outstanding patient experience while supporting our doctors and clinical team.
Responsibilities- Assist the orthodontist during patient procedures
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and treatment areas
- Take digital X-rays, photos, and impressions/scans
- Place and remove orthodontic appliances as directed
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and appliance care
- Ensure patient charts and clinical notes are completed accurately
- Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment
- Provide a welcoming and supportive experience for patients and families
- Dental or orthodontic assisting experience preferred (but willing to train the right candidate! )
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Competitive pay
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid time off
- Team-focused and supportive work environment
- Opportunities for growth and continued training
If you enjoy helping people, working with a great team, and making a difference in patients’ lives, we would love to meet you!
Apply today and become part of a team that creates confident smiles every day!
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited orthodontic assisting program preferred
- Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and the orthodontic team
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations
- Team members are expected to uphold the culture outlined in the SDB Handbook, with a focus on our core values and any additional responsibilities as defined
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an accredited orthodontic assisting program
- Dental or orthodontic assisting experience
- Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
What We Do
TN Specialty Dental Services, PLLC, operating under Specialty Dental Brands, provides specialized pediatric dental care for infants, children, and teens, as well as oral and maxillofacial surgery. They aim to make oral healthcare easier, more accessible, and enjoyable for dental specialists and their communities.
