Orthodontic Assistant

Join Our Team as an Orthodontic Assistant at Family Orthodontics of Naples!

Are you passionate about helping children build healthy habits for a lifetime of beautiful smiles? At Family Orthodontics of Naples, we’re looking for a dedicated Orthodontic Assistant to join our team! If you love working with kids and enjoy being part of a fun, supportive environment that prioritizes quality care, we’d love to meet you!

Position Details:
Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Requirements:
Orthodontic assisting experience preferred, but we welcome experienced dental assistants and provide training!
Flexible, reliable, and committed to excellent patient care
Eager to learn and grow professionally

What We Offer to fultime employees:
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
401K Retirement Plan
Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Opportunities to Give Back to the Community
Be a part of a team that makes a difference in children’s smiles every day! Apply today!

• A minimum of a high school degree or equivalent is required.
• An Orthodontist Assistant state certification, included but not limited to, nitrous oxide, dental radiology, and expanded function dental assistant (EFDA) or expanded duties dental assistant (EDDA).
• CPR certification

Job related experience:

• Experience working in a professional, medical, or dental environment with direct customer service is desired.
• A minimum of 1-year orthodontic assisting experience.

Job-related skills and competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills- must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Must be customer service oriented and able to communicate with a pleasant demeanor at all times.
• Communication- effective written and verbal communication is a must with all staff and management.
• Must be able to project a capable and professional image that is reflective of company values.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills- strong attention to detail, be able to multitask and perform job duties in a timely manner.
• Must have PC skills and be able to learn and successfully use new programs as required. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office is preferred; as well as experience with a fax machine, copy machine, and general office equipment.

Working Conditions:

• Dental Office Environment
• Hours may change to meet the business needs.
• Travel to offices that provide orthodontic services may be required.
• Attend and participate in all office meetings, continuing education events and morning huddles.
• Nature of work requires an ability to effectively communicate and exchange information with patients, their parents and staff.
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 30 pounds and be able to twist, turn, bend and stoop.