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Specialty Smiles Orthodontics

Orthodontic Dental Assistant

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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.

$42,015 / year median in Florida

+31% projected growth

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Job Description

Orthodontic Dental Assistant Specialty Smiles Orthodontics Miami Lakes, FL Job Details Part-time From $24 an hour 3 hours ago Qualifications Foreign language proficiency Spanish Radiation Health & Safety Certification English Patient interaction Certified Dental Assistant Full Job Description Orthodontic Assistant — Miami Lakes, FL Where confidence starts with a smile, including yours. Every day, we get to hand people a little more confidence. We're looking for someone who wants to be part of that; a friendly, dependable, detail-driven Orthodontic Assistant ready to join a team that feels more like family than coworkers. If you light up around patients, thrive in a fast-paced clinical setting, and take pride in getting the small things right, we want to meet you. What You'll Be Doing As a full-scope Orthodontic Assistant, responsibilities include: Seating and preparing patients for treatment Chairside assisting with orthodontic procedures, including bonding appointments Removing and replacing wires Taking diagnostic photographs and radiographs Performing digital iTero scans Taking and updating patient records Fabricating Essix retainers and aligners Sterilization and maintaining a clean, organized clinical environment Patient education and providing excellent patient care Assisting the orthodontist and clinical team as needed Following OSHA, infection control, and sterilization protocols Participating in community events and practice activities Traveling between practice locations as scheduled Orthodontic experience is a plus, but heart, hustle, and a willingness to learn matter more.
The Details Hours:
32-40 hrs/week (4-5 days), schedules vary weekly, flexibility is a must. Shifts run 6:30-3:30, 8:30-5:30, or 9:30-6:30
Travel:
Occasional travel to satellite locations - North Miami (once a month) and Miami/ Westchester (twice a month)
Schedule Notes:
Includes one Saturday per month (clinical hours), plus occasional participation in community events throughout the year
Location:
Based in
Miami Lakes, FL Requirements:
CDA certification, radiation certification, bilingual (English & Spanish)
Pay:
Hourly, based on experience and skill This Role Is Made for
Someone Who Is:
People-first:
you thrive on connection, not just tasks
Detail-obsessed:
precision is your love language Steady and dependable: the person the team can always count on Why You'll Love Working Here At Specialty Smiles, we believe you should enjoy the people you work with and have fun while doing great work . We are a team that supports one another, celebrates successes, and enjoys spending time together.
We offer:
Team-building events Monthly team incentives Team lunches Birthday celebrations A supportive and positive team environment Opportunities to learn and grow If you're looking for more than just a job and want to be part of a fun, hardworking team that genuinely enjoys working together , we'd love to meet you! Ready to bring your energy to a practice that's growing fast and cares deeply? Submit your resume, we can't wait to meet you!
Pay:
From $24.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person