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Orthodontic Assistant - Join the iKids Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics Team!

At iKids Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, we believe every child deserves a healthy, confident smile - and that starts with you! We're looking for a caring and dependable Orthodontic Assistant to join our fun, energetic team dedicated to creating positive dental experiences for kids and families.

If you have a heart for children and love working in a collaborative environment that values teamwork, growth, and quality care, we'd love to meet you!

2-3 years Orthodontic assisting experience is required. Our ideal candidate is compassionate, flexible, reliable, and eager to grow professionally.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8: 00 AM-5: 00 PM

• Mondays & Fridays - Bowen
• Tuesdays - Viridian
• Wednesdays & Thursdays - Waxahachie

We take care of our valued team members with:

• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Opportunities to Give Back through Community Outreach
• Mileage reimbursement for required travel

At iKids Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, we're more than a dental team - we're a family helping children build healthy habits and lifelong smiles.
If that sounds like you, come grow with us!Requirements

• 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.