Orthodontic Assistant

Wirig Shaw Orthodontics – Henderson/Las Vegas

Job Type: Full-time 32-36 hours
Salary: $20.00 -25.00

Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated, energetic, and detail-oriented Orthodontic Assistant to join our fast-paced orthodontic team! The ideal candidate is passionate about helping patients achieve beautiful, confident smiles and thrives in a team-focused environment. You will work closely with our orthodontist to provide exceptional chairside care, prepare patients for treatment, and manage daily clinical operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Chairside Assisting: Assist the orthodontist with bracket bonding, wire adjustments, repairs, and appliance fittings.
• Patient Prep & Comfort: Greet patients, prepare treatment chair, and ensure patient comfort throughout their visit.
• Digital Imaging: Take high-quality digital X-rays (panoramic/cephalometric) and intraoral scans (e.g., iTero) for treatment planning.
• Orthodontic Procedures: Perform routine adjustments, such as removing/replacing archwires, elastic bands, and ligatures.
• Patient Education: Instruct patients on proper oral hygiene and orthodontic appliance care.
• Sterilization & Infection Control: Maintain strict sterilization protocols for instruments and operatories, adhering to CDC, OSHA, and HIPAA guidelines.
• Lab Work: Pour models, make impressions, and fabricate retainers or mouthguards as needed.
• Documentation: Update patient charts and clinical notes accurately in our patient management software.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Atleast 1 yr of orthodontic assistant experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification.
• Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Strong verbal communication skills to explain procedures to patients of all ages.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Simply IRA retirement plan after 2 yrs
• Provide scrubs after 90 day probation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person