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Halcomb Orthodontics
Orthodontic Assistant
Job Description
Orthodontic Clinical Assistant 3-4 Days/Week About Us At Halcomb Orthodontics, we care about creating beautiful, healthy smiles while making the orthodontic experience enjoyable for our patients and our team. We are a private, family-owned practice with a close-knit team, high clinical standards, and a genuine focus on patient relationships. We are looking for an experienced orthodontic assistant who is confident clinically, enjoys working with patients, and wants to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other, and has fun doing what we do. The Position Our clinical assistants play a very active role in patient care. Each assistant manages their own patient column and works closely with Dr. Halcomb to provide treatment from start to finish.
Your day will include:
Managing your own patient column and helping keep the day running smoothly Performing orthodontic adjustments and treatment procedures under the direction of Dr. Halcomb Placing and removing wires, brackets, elastics, chains, and other orthodontic components Delivering and fitting orthodontic appliances Taking digital scans, photographs, X-rays, and other diagnostic records Assisting with aligner treatment and other orthodontic procedures Providing patients and parents with clear instructions about appliances, elastics, hygiene, and treatment Monitoring treatment progress and communicating with Dr. Halcomb about patient needs Building relationships with patients and helping them feel comfortable and confident throughout treatment Keeping accurate clinical notes and maintaining an organized, efficient column Working closely with the rest of the clinical team to support one another throughout the day Who We're Looking For Previous orthodontic assisting experience is required. We are looking for someone who already understands orthodontics and feels comfortable working directly with patients in a busy clinical environment. Beyond experience, we're looking for someone who is: Warm, friendly, and comfortable connecting with patients Confident clinically while still being open to learning and feedback Dependable and takes pride in being someone their team can count on Organized, efficient, and attentive to detail Proactive and willing to jump in when something needs to be done Positive and able to contribute to a fun, encouraging work environment Professional, mature, and able to communicate well with both patients and coworkers Interested in growing with a practice and becoming a long-term part of the team Our Culture We believe the people you work with make a huge difference in how much you enjoy coming to work. We want our office to be a place where people feel supported, valued, and excited to be here. We work hard and have high expectations for the care we provide, but we also genuinely enjoy our team and the people we work with. We value people who communicate well, take ownership of their work, help each other out, and bring a good attitude to the office every day. Drama is not tolerated and we are looking for a bright positive personality to join our family. Why You'll Love Working With Us A close-knit, supportive team A modern private orthodontic practice A hands-on clinical role where your skills are valued The opportunity to work closely with Dr. Halcomb and our patients Continued opportunities to grow your orthodontic skills A fast-paced environment where every day is different A team that genuinely cares about the work we do and the patients we serve If you're an experienced orthodontic assistant who enjoys connecting with patients, takes pride in your work, and is looking for a team you can grow with, we'd love to meet you.Pay:
$20.00 - $25.00 per hourWork Location:
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What they do
A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$43,629 / year median in Arizona
+21% projected growth