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Southern Orthodontic Partners·Southlake, Texas
Orthodontic Assistant · $17 - $20/hr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 753 posted dental roles in Texas rates. This role sits in the 22nd percentile.
Pay for this role is about 48% below the Texas median for dental roles.
Assist orthodontists during clinical procedures including the placement and adjustment of braces and brackets. Provide patient education on oral hygiene and maintain accurate electronic medical records.
Description Orthodontic Assistant / Dental Assistant Full-Time | $20-$25/hour
We are hiring an Orthodontic Assistant / Dental Assistant to join our growing orthodontic practice. This is a full-time dental assisting position ideal for someone who enjoys chairside assisting, patient education, and working in a fast-paced orthodontic environment.
What You’ll Do Assist orthodontists chairside during procedures Place, adjust, and remove braces, brackets, and bands (as directed) Take X-rays, scans, impressions, and patient progress photos Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and braces aftercare Maintain accurate patient records in EMR Coordinate with clinical and front office teams; cross-train as needed Benefits & Perks Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off (PTO) Company-paid STD/LTD 401(k) with up to 4% company match What We’re Looking For 1–2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant or Orthodontic Assistant (preferred) RDA or CDA certification (preferred) Compassionate, reliable, and team-oriented mindset
Physical Requirements Standing, walking, bending, and reaching throughout the day Manual dexterity required Ability to lift up to 30 lbs (occasionally more in patient-care situations) Southern Orthodontic Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
Market context
In Texas, dental practices often look for candidates with orthodontic assisting experience, current CPR or BCLS certification, and training from a CODA-accredited dental assisting program when available. These roles can be competitive because employers want assistants who can support chairside efficiency, adapt quickly to specialty workflows, and contribute to patient care with minimal onboarding. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certification status and highlight any orthodontic experience in your application.