Orthodontic Assistant

Overview

As an Orthodontic Assistant at Werner Orthodontics, you’ll be at the heart of every patient’s journey to a healthier, more confident smile. Working chairside with our orthodontists and team, you’ll handle a mix of clinical and administrative responsibilities that keep our practice running smoothly and our patients feeling cared for. The ideal candidate brings skill, efficiency, and a warm, upbeat attitude to every appointment, making each visit a positive experience.

At a glance

Pay: $18-$21/hour, based on experience 

Sign-on bonus: $1000 paid after 30 days  Schedule: Monday (10:00 am-5:00 pm), Wednesday (7:00 am-12:00 pm), Thursday (7:00 am- 4:00 pm) Location: Greenfield, IN (with travel to Indianapolis location)

What we offer:  •    Medical and vision insurance: You’re eligible starting the first month after you join.  •    Dental coverage: Enjoy this benefit with $0 premium.  •    401(k) plan with company match  •    Generous paid time off and holidays  •    Employee referral program: Earn rewards for bringing talented individuals to our team.  •    Big savings, big perks: Enjoy exclusive discounts on everything from restaurants and travel to movies and more.  •    Pet insurance: We understand the importance of furry family members too.  •    Cutting-edge technology and training: We provide the tools and resources you need to excel in your role.  •    Life and disability insurance options  •    Keep growing your career with our Education Assistance Program, which helps cover the cost of CE courses, certifications, and advanced degrees.

Who we are For close to twenty years, Werner Orthodontics has been creating beautiful, healthy smiles on the east side of Indianapolis and in Greenfield. Dr. Greg Werner and Dr. Michael Myers treat children, teens, and adults with a range of options, including traditional braces, clear braces, Invisalign®, Invisalign Teen, and TMJ treatment. With offices on East Washington Street in Indianapolis and Boyd Avenue in Greenfield, we’re proud to serve families throughout Cumberland, Irvington, New Palestine, McCordsville, and Hancock County, and we’re passionate about bringing the best orthodontic care to our Indiana communities.

As a partner of Chord Specialty Dental Partners, we combine the close-knit feel of a local practice with the resources, training, and career paths of a larger network, and we’re committed to making every team member feel supported and inspired.

Responsibilities

• Removes and places wires, ties, power chains/thread

• Assists doctor with cementation of bands and bracket placement. • Take digital radiographs • Help kids feel calm and comfortable, especially first-timers and nervous patients  • Communicate with parents and caregivers about visits and home care  • Maintaining accurate clinical notes of each visit

Where Your Career Can Go  Your first job here is just the beginning. As you grow, you can move into roles like:  •    Clinical trainer, mentoring the next class of new Assistants  •    Office leadership, helping run a practice day to day 

With practices across our network, you’ll have room to grow without having to start over somewhere new.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent • At least one year of orthodontic or dental experience preferred • Radiology Certification preferred • Current CPR Healthcare Provider Certification

• Bi-Lingual is a plus

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Compensation: 18 to 21 (USD)