Orthodontic Assistant

Benevis•Jackson, MS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Sunnybrook Dental and Braces - Jackson North is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to support the delivery of quality, compassionate dental care and create positive patient experiences. The role involves assisting professional dental staff with orthodontic treatment, preparing patients and clinical spaces, taking and recording diagnostic materials, providing patient and parent guidance, and maintaining operational readiness and compliance. The patient base includes a high proportion of children. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with occasional Saturdays, and may require travel within the assigned territory. Work is performed in a professional office, clinical, or support environment, depending on the role and business needs. Scheduled hours and work location may vary based on business needs, and extended or alternate hours may be required during peak periods or to support operations.

Requirements

Orthodontic or Dental Assistant certification, as required by state.
Mississippi state x-ray certification.
CPR/BLS certification.
Prior orthodontic experience.
Willingness to travel within the assigned territory.
Strong focus on customer service and satisfaction.
Must love working with children.
Compassion and a high level of service for patients, parents, and staff.
Integrity and a commitment to doing the right thing.
Dependability and reliability in attending scheduled work.
Attention to detail.
Ability to organize work, handle a variety of tasks simultaneously, and consistently meet deadlines.
Professional manner and appearance.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient.
Guide parents and patients through processes before treatment.
Educate patients on oral hygiene and provide postoperative instructions.
Prepare patients for examination and treatment.
Take x-rays and save them to patient charts.
Take quality orthodontic facial photographs.
Maintain operational readiness.
Prepare tray set-ups for dental procedures.
Mix amalgam, cement, and pulp paste, and prepare impression materials.
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment.
Clean chairs and rooms.
Assist professional dental staff with treatment.
Document patient information, treatment plans, and procedures in patient charts.
Pour, trim, and polish impression casts.
Fabricate custom impression trays.
Adhere to government regulations, company standards, and company compliance programs.
Participate in local community events, including school screenings and presentations, to promote a positive image of the organization.
Participate in morning huddles and recognize teamwork, customer focus, and collaboration.
Perform other duties as assigned.