Orthodontic Assistant - Uncommon Orthodontics
Job Description
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
At Uncommon Orthodontics, we are a family and we absolutely insist on having FUN at work. We celebrate victories and our hard work is what allows our dentists to focus on their patients and provide the best care possible.
As an Orthodontic Assistant you will assist the Orthodontist with patients to ensure the highest quality of care is provided. Perform clinical and technical procedures under the direct supervision of a licensed Orthodontist. Prepare patient operatory and equipment and assist the doctor during examination and ortho treatment.
A few specific job duties:
Must communicate clearly and calmly the treatment needs to parent and patient utilizing prescribed treatment plan.
Must be able to recognize and identify prior authorization requirements, along with ensuring signed consent forms.
Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of patients.
Provide clear and concise documentation of all treatment rendered using electronic and paper dental records and forms.
Perform general housekeeping and restocking as needed.
Travel between the Joplin and Nevada, MO clinics will be required.
In summary, the goal is to serve and provide superior support to doctors and to be an example of respect and caring for our customer and office personnel.
Qualifications
Dental assisting background is helpful but not mandatory
Orthodontic assisting experience extremely helpful.
Familiarity with orthodontic appliances welcome.
Qualities
Someone with exceptional customer service skills, computer literacy, works independently and anticipates team and doctor needs.
Overall someone who is respectful to fellow team members, patients, and the Doctor and is genuinely nice and kind. If you offer all this and more, then we would love to meet you.
Total Rewards: You’ll be welcomed into a winning culture that encourages continuous improvement, a challenging and rewarding work environment with a genuine desire to see each other succeed. We will also provide the following: Support you Professionally: Competitive pay, career growth opportunities, talented and motivated team who care about each other, our mission, and our patients. Support your Health & Well-being: flexible health and insurance options, Employee Assistance Program, and complimentary orthodontic treatments that help you and your family stay on track. Life Balance: Paid time off and holiday pay . Planning for the future: plan for the future with an industry-leading 401K retirement plan with matching company contributions.
Benefits
Patient comfort • Computer operation • Medical procedure preparation • Dental office • Treatment plan implementation • Informed consent • Post-session clinical documentation • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Computer literacy • Office cleaning • Paid holidays • In-person customer service • Full-time • Housekeeping assistance • Care documentation • Assisting medical staff • Health insurance • Paid time off • Informed consent procedures implementation • Health insurance pre-authorization requirements • Dental equipment • Stocking • Computer skills • Employee assistance program • Orthodontics • Patient interaction • Patient counseling • 401(k) matching • Patient treatment • Patient education • Managing patient records • Opportunities for advancement • Entry level • Dental care patient education • Healthcare facilities housekeeping
Job Details
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Typical pay (not posted by this employer)
- Typical pay for Dental Assistant in Missouri: $20–$20 an hour
- The middle half of 58 job posts in Missouri that listed pay in the last year, based on the lower figure of each posted range; yearly pay divided by 2,000 hours. Ask the employer what this role pays.
- Specialty
- Dental Assistant
- Posted
- October 15, 2026
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