Orthodontic Assistant

Job overview

The Orthodontic Assistant role is onsite at the practice’s Wisconsin Rapids and Wausau locations. Compensation is based on experience and willingness to travel and cross-train; no numeric pay range is specified. Kristo & Rapids Orthodontics provides specialized orthodontic care and patient experiences. The assistant prepares patients, supports the orthodontist during procedures, and helps complete chairside appointments while making patients comfortable. The role also provides care instructions and dental health education to patients and families and may cross-train in other practice areas.

What you'll do

• Prepare patients for procedures
• assist the orthodontist and complete chairside appointment steps
• review patient notes and prepare instruments
• provide orthodontic care instructions, dental health education, and diet recommendations
• help patients and parents feel comfortable
• communicate treatment needs to clinic staff
• take or order panoramic X-rays.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

orthodontic assistant

dental assistant

orthodontics

chairside assistance

patient preparation

patient education

panoramic x-rays

full-time

wisconsin rapids wi

wausau wi

kristo & rapids orthodontics

cross-training

bonus opportunities

401(k)

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Bonus opportunities with eligibility of $3,000 or more per year
• 401(k) with company contributions
• paid time off and holidays
• discounted and free pediatric dental and orthodontic treatments
• growth opportunities.

Why this role

The position is expected to cross-train in other practice areas; the posting lists Wisconsin Rapids and Wausau locations.

About the employer

Kristo and Rapids Orthodontics is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.