Orthodontic Dental Assistant
Job Description
Experienced Orthodontic Assistant – Part-Time
Align Orthodontics | Las Vegas, NV
Date Posted: October 15, 2026
Pay: $17.00–$22.00 per hour
Job Type: Part-time
Schedule: Approximately 2–4 days per week
Work Location: In person
About Us
Align Orthodontics is a private orthodontic practice in Las Vegas, NV. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional patient care in a positive, upbeat, modern, and high-tech environment.
Our team is professional, innovative, and passionate about creating a great experience for every patient. We believe that a great orthodontic experience starts with a great team, and we strive to create a workplace where our patients feel comfortable, our team feels supported, and everyone has the opportunity to grow.
About the Position
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, and personable Orthodontic Assistant to join our team!
The ideal candidate has previous orthodontic assisting experience, a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and a genuine passion for patient care. We are looking for someone who is friendly, dependable, detail-oriented, and brings positive energy to the office every day.
Orthodontic assisting experience is required, but we are happy to train the right person on our office's specific procedures, technology, and workflows. We believe that a great attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work well with others are just as important as clinical skills.
We value someone who takes initiative, anticipates the needs of the orthodontist and patients, adapts well to new techniques and technology, and contributes to a positive, supportive team environment.
If you enjoy working with patients, take pride in your work, and have a great personality, we would love to meet you!
Responsibilities
- Help create an exceptional patient experience through friendly, compassionate, and professional care.
- Assist the orthodontist with patient treatment and orthodontic procedures.
- Take high-quality diagnostic records, including photographs, radiographs, and intraoral scans.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene, orthodontic appliances, and proper care throughout treatment.
- Prepare treatment rooms and properly clean and sterilize instruments and equipment.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment in accordance with applicable OSHA requirements, infection control protocols, and state dental board regulations.
- Follow established clinical protocols and maintain proper sterilization and infection control procedures.
- Anticipate the orthodontist's needs and help maintain an efficient clinical workflow.
- Communicate effectively with patients, parents, and team members.
- Demonstrate initiative, attention to detail, and a willingness to help wherever needed.
- Perform other duties as requested by the orthodontist or office manager.
Qualifications
- Previous orthodontic assisting experience required; at least one year preferred.
- Familiarity with orthodontic procedures, instruments, and clinical workflows.
- Friendly, outgoing, and professional personality.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to exceptional patient care.
- Dependable, punctual, organized, and self-motivated.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn, grow, and adapt.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Willingness to learn new techniques, technology, and office procedures.
- Applicable certifications and qualifications required for the position.
Spanish-speaking abilities are a plus!
What We Offer
- Competitive pay of $17.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
- Modern, high-tech office environment.
- Positive, supportive, and team-oriented workplace.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Paid training and on-the-job training.
- Employee discount.
- Referral program.
- Opportunities for advancement and professional growth.
- Potential for a future full-time position.
Schedule
This is a part-time, in-person position, approximately 2–4 days per week. Specific working days and scheduling details will be discussed during the interview process.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Orthodontic Assistant who combines strong clinical skills with a positive attitude, excellent communication, and a genuine passion for patient care, we would love to hear from you!
Please submit your résumé, a brief cover letter introducing yourself, and any professional references via email.
We're looking for someone who will do more than assist with orthodontic treatment. We want someone who will help make our office a wonderful place for both patients and teammates.
If you are dependable, personable, eager to learn, and excited to be part of a growing practice, we look forward to meeting you!
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Benefits
Patient room cleaning • OSHA (regulatory compliance area) • Direct patient care • Spanish • Customer communication • Paid training • Oral hygiene • Teamwork • Dental office • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • In-person customer service • Assisting medical staff • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Preparing medical treatment area • Attention to detail • On-the-job training • Dental x-ray • Intraoral scanners • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Patient interaction • In-person • Employee discount • Patient education • Opportunities for advancement • Communication skills • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Referral program • Healthcare facilities housekeeping
Job Details
- Job Type
- Part Time
- Salary
- 17 - 22 USD hourly (34,000 - 44,000 USD annually)
- Median for Dental Assistant in NV: $40k/yr
- Specialty
- Dental Assistant
- Posted
- October 15, 2026
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