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Orthodontic Assistant

3/3/2026

The primary duties involve assisting orthodontists during procedures, including placing and removing orthodontic appliances, taking diagnostic records like X-rays and scans, and sterilizing instruments. Additionally, the role requires educating patients on oral hygiene and aftercare while maintaining accurate electronic patient records.

Salary

18 - 25 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

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About The Company

Southern Orthodontic Partners provides strategic, operational and administrative support to orthodontic professionals, enabling clinicians to focus on providing the highest quality of clinical care. Partner doctors maintain their brand and local autonomy while benefiting from investments in growth, technology infrastructure and human capital. Southern Orthodontic Partners is a Certified Great Place to Work. Keep up with SOP by subscribing to our other channels - Monthly Marketing Emails: http://eepurl.com/ifOOP1 SOP YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@southernorthodonticpartner6332/

About the Role

Description

Orthodontic Assistant / Dental Assistant

Full-Time | $18–$25/hour

Locations: Arlington Heights & Park Ridge

We are hiring an Orthodontic Assistant / Dental Assistant to join our growing orthodontic practice. This is a full-time dental assisting position ideal for someone who enjoys chairside assisting, patient education, and working in a fast-paced orthodontic environment.

What You’ll Do

Assist orthodontists chairside during procedures
Place, adjust, and remove braces, brackets, and bands (as directed)
Take X-rays, scans, impressions, and patient progress photos
Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments
Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and braces aftercare
Maintain accurate patient records in EMR
Coordinate with clinical and front office teams; cross-train as needed

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Company-paid STD/LTD
401(k) with up to 4% company match

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

1–2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant or Orthodontic Assistant (preferred)
RDA or CDA certification (preferred)
Compassionate, reliable, and team-oriented mindset

Physical Requirements

Standing, walking, bending, and reaching throughout the day
Manual dexterity required
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs (occasionally more in patient-care situations)

Southern Orthodontic Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

Key Skills

Chairside AssistingPatient EducationBraces PlacementBraces RemovalX-raysScansImpressionsPatient PhotosSterilizationRecord KeepingEMRCoordinationCross-trainingManual Dexterity