Orthodontic Assistant

About the role

This full-time position features a dynamic regional rotation between our four beautifully appointed offices in Gresham, Sandy, Tualatin, and Camas. Reliable personal transportation and a strict willingness to travel between these local clinics is required to keep our daily practice family flowing seamlessly!

Responsibilities

• Orthodontic Chairside Assisting: Provide high-quality clinical support and EFDA-level care during routine wire adjustments, bondings, appliance deliveries, and debonding appointments.
• Digital Diagnostics: Take accurate orthodontic diagnostic records, including high-resolution digital intraoral photographs, X-rays, and computer-guided impressions.
• Patient & Parent Concierge: Welcome families, ease treatment anxieties with high-energy positivity, give clear oral hygiene instructions, and celebrate milestone "braces-off" moments!
• Multisite Synergy: Maintain an adaptable, upbeat attitude while traveling to support our operations across our Gresham, Sandy, Tualatin, and Camas clinic tracks.

Requirements

• Experience: 1 to 2 years of clinical orthodontic assisting experience is highly preferred. We value candidates who understand bracket placement, wire sequences, and the pace of an ortho bay!
• Credentials: Active Oregon EFDA (Expanded Functions Dental Assistant) and RHS (Radiology Health and Safety) certifications are required.
• Certifications: Active BLS/CPR Certification (Harmony will fully fund and cover all of your regular recertification fees!).
• Technical Software Skills: Strong working knowledge of digital charting and dental practice management software (experience with Cloud9 is a massive competitive bonus!).
• Soft Skills: A collaborative, team-first spirit, exceptional communication skills, sharp attention to clinical detail, and a genuine love for helping kids and adults feel comfortable.
• Safety & Compliance: This is a safety-sensitive clinical role. Successful completion of a routine pre-employment drug screening is required. We strictly follow all CDC, OSHA, and ADA guidelines to keep our team protected.

Qualifications

• License: Licensed Oregon EFDA (Expanded Functions Dental Assistant).
• Certifications: RHS (Radiology Health and Safety) certification.
• BLS/CPR Certification.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages: Starting base pay of $23.00 – $25.00 per hour (DOE)
• Time to Recharge: Generous accrual-based Paid Time Off (PTO) + 6 Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive Healthcare: Dental and Vision coverage
• Retirement Security: 401(k) retirement plan with an immediate, generous Company Match
• Financial Safety Nets: Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability policies
• Total Support: Access to our specialized Team Member Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family
• Exclusive Discounts: Significant employee service discounts on orthodontic care for you and your family, plus a corporate cell phone savings plan
• Praise & Advancement: Robust Service & Achievement Recognition Programs paired with real internal career growth opportunities

Pay

The Pay Range For This Role Is 23 - 25 USD per hour(Harmony Orthodontics - Gresham)

Schedule

(4 to 5 Days a week)