Orthodontic Dental Assistant
Job Description
Overview Braces by Billings is a growing, family-owned orthodontic practice dedicated to providing extraordinary patient experiences and beautiful, confident smiles. We are seeking an energetic, experienced Orthodontic Assistant with Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) training to join our clinical team.
Role Overview
In this role, you will work chairside alongside our orthodontist to deliver high-quality, compassionate care. Leveraging your EFDA training and clinical experience, you will manage key procedures, ensure a smooth patient flow, and help patients feel comfortable throughout their treatment journeys.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as an Orthodontic Assistant
- Knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and medical terminology relevant to dental procedures
- Familiarity with EMR systems like OrthoTrac and Ortho2 Edge
- Ability to operate dental imaging equipment including X-ray machines and 3D scanners accurately
- Strong understanding of infection control practices and aseptic techniques in a clinical setting
- Excellent communication skills to effectively educate patients of all ages, including pediatric dentistry considerations
- Certification in dental assisting or equivalent training, EFDA certified (Ortho)
Join us in making a difference by delivering top-tier orthodontic care! We value energetic professionals who are eager to learn, collaborate, and contribute to our mission of transforming smiles. This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment that prioritizes excellence, innovation, and compassionate patient service.
Pay: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Benefits
Chairside assisting • Patient comfort • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Dental care patient counseling • Image acquisition for patient care • HIPAA • Full-time • Imaging studies • Mid-level • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Medical scheduling • Dental terminology • Paid time off • Attention to detail • Clinical information systems • Intraoral scanners • Pediatrics • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • In-person • Aseptic technique • Patient education • EFDA Certification • Communication skills
Job Details
- Job Type
- Full-time
- Salary
- 24 - 29 USD hourly (48,000 - 58,000 USD annually)
- Median for Dental Assistant in MO: $60k/yr
- Specialty
- Dental Assistant
- Posted
- July 17, 2026
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