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Orthodontic Assistant

CompanySouthern Orthodontic Partners
LocationFishers
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 4, 2026
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 | $20–$24/hour



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 EducationX-ray ImagingDental ScanningImpressionsInstrument SterilizationEMR DocumentationOral Hygiene EducationBraces AdjustmentPatient Record Management
Categories
Healthcare
Benefits
Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO)Company-paid STD/LTD401(k) with up to 4% company match
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Provide chairside assistance to orthodontists during procedures, including the placement and adjustment of braces and brackets. Responsible for taking patient scans, X-rays, and educating patients on oral hygiene and aftercare.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$20 - $24
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
139
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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