Orthodontic Assistant
About The Position
Orthodontic Assistant - Private Orthodontic Practice (Cypress, TX) Candid Smiles Orthodontics is a privately owned, family-style orthodontic practice looking for a dedicated Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team. If you take pride in patient care, enjoy working chairside, and want to be part of a close-knit practice rather than a large corporate group, we would love to hear from you. We are a single-doctor, privately owned practice with a genuine family feel. We are small, close-knit, and growing thoughtfully. Our patients are treated like people, not numbers - and our team is treated the same way. We pair that family-practice character with modern, up-to-date technology so our team can do their best work and our patients get an excellent experience. As an Orthodontic Assistant, you will work chairside alongside the doctor to support patients through every stage of their orthodontic treatment. You will help deliver a smooth, comfortable, and positive experience from the first appointment through the final reveal.
Requirements
- A caring, dependable, team-oriented attitude.
- Strong communication skills and genuine comfort working with patients.
- Ability to stay organized and calm in a busy clinical setting.
Nice To Haves
- Prior orthodontic or dental assisting experience.
- Familiarity with digital scanning and dental imaging.
- Current radiology certification and BLS/CPR (or willingness to obtain).
- Bilingual is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Provide chairside assistance during orthodontic procedures, including the placement and removal of brackets, bands, wires, and appliances.
- Take and process digital scans, photographs, and diagnostic records.
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials, and maintain a clean, sterile clinical environment.
- Educate and guide patients on appliance care, oral hygiene, and what to expect at each stage of treatment.
- Support the doctor and team with patient flow, scheduling handoffs, and clinical documentation in our practice-management software.
- Help create a warm, reassuring experience for patients of all ages.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly compensation.
- Competitive benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
