Orthodontic Assistant

About the role

Join Benevis, a company dedicated to creating happy, healthy smiles through high-quality, affordable dental care. With over 2,500 employees nationwide, we are united in our mission to provide compassionate dental services in a fun and supportive environment. As an Orthodontic Assistant, you’ll play a key role in delivering excellent care and helping us create our next million smiles.

• Engage with your community by participating in local events, such as school screenings and presentations, to promote a positive image of our practice.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment by participating in morning huddles, recognizing peers, and highlighting examples of customer focus and teamwork.
• Work primarily with children, who make up 70% or more of our patient base.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient.
• Guide parents and patients through our processes before treatment.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and provide postoperative instructions.
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment.
• Take and save x-rays and orthodontic facial photos to patient charts.
• Ensure operational readiness of equipment and treatment areas.
• Prepare tray set-ups for dental procedures.
• Mix amalgam, cement, 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 all government regulations, company standards, and compliance programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Orthodontic or Dental Assistant Certification (state-dependent).
• At least 1 year of experience in Orthodontic Assisting (preferred).
• Current CPR/BLS Certification.
• Willingness to travel within assigned territory.
• Strong focus on customer service and satisfaction.
• Comfort and enthusiasm working with children.
• Compassion and high level of service for patients, parents, and staff.
• Integrity and commitment to doing the right thing.
• Dependability and reliability in attendance.
• Attention to detail and ability to organize work efficiently.
• Capability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines consistently.
• Professional manner and appearance at all times.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Monthly bonuses based on office performance.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401K with company match.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • Paid time off and company holidays.