Healthcare, Dental, Dental Support Organization (DSO)

Orthodontic Assistant at Meyer Dana Orthodontics

Rapid, SDOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

Orthodontic Assistant
high school diploma
manual dexterity
communication skills
patients
families
orthodontic team
multitask
dependable
professional

Nice to have

orthodontic assisting experience
dental assisting experience

Role summary

Meyer & Dana Orthodontics is seeking a friendly, hardworking, and dependable Orthodontic Assistant to join their team. The role involves assisting doctors during procedures, preparing rooms, sterilizing instruments, taking patient records (photos, X-rays, scans), and educating patients on oral hygiene. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and people skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Previous orthodontic or dental assisting experience is preferred but not required, as training is available. The position offers a supportive work culture, growth opportunities, competitive pay, and benefits, with potential travel between multiple locations.

Meyer & Dana Orthodontics is looking for a friendly, hardworking Orthodontic Assistant to join our team!

At Meyer & Dana Orthodontics, we believe in creating confident smiles while building meaningful relationships with our patients and teammates. We are searching for someone who is positive, dependable, team-oriented, and passionate about helping others.

What You’ll Do

Assist doctors during orthodontic procedures

Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments

Take records including photos, X-rays, and scans

Educate patients on oral hygiene and appliance care

Help create an exceptional patient experience

Work closely with a fun, supportive team environment

What We’re Looking For

Orthodontic or dental assisting experience preferred (but willing to train the right person!)

Strong communication and people skills

Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Dependable and professional

Why Join Our Team?

Supportive and uplifting work culture

Opportunity for growth and development

Competitive pay and benefits

Work alongside an amazing team that truly cares about each other and our patients

Help make a difference by creating confident smiles every day!

Positions may include travel between our Rapid City, Spearfish and Pierre locations.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited orthodontic assisting program preferred

Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and the orthodontic team

Why Join Us?

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

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