Part-time Orthodontic Assistant

Benevis • Jackson, MS

3h

About The Position

Taylor Dental and Braces - Jackson is seeking a part-time Orthodontic Assistant to support its mission of providing excellent, affordable dental care in a compassionate environment. The schedule is three days per week (24 hours) and one Saturday per month. The role supports patients and families before, during, and after treatment, assists professional dental staff, and helps maintain a safe, prepared, and orderly clinical environment. The patient base includes many children. The assistant will also participate in community outreach and team activities.

Requirements

• Orthodontic or Dental Assistant Certification, depending on state requirements.
• CPR/BLS Certification required.
• Willingness to travel in 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.
• Dependable and reliable attendance when scheduled.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to organize work, handle a variety of tasks simultaneously, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Professional manner and appearance at all times.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience in orthodontic assisting is preferred.

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 photos.
• Ensure operational readiness.
• Prepare tray setups 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 company.
• Participate in morning huddles and contribute to teamwork and customer-focused collaboration.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Monthly bonuses based on office performance.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off.
• Company holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed