Smile Doctors·Kansas City, Missouri
The role involves delivering clinical orthodontic care, including placing appliances, performing bonding, and managing patient flow. Additionally, the assistant handles remote monitoring dashboards and ensures strict adherence to infection-control and sterilization protocols.
The vision of Smile Doctors is our people-first culture which creates an environment of passionate, caring Team Members dedicated to providing fun and encouraging relationships with each other and our patients.
Smile Doctors offers every Team Member the opportunity to be a part of something bigger.
We focus on the importance of the individual and recognize that each person on our Team has something great to offer.
We recognize talents and strengths and take care to nurture those abilities to help our Team Members grow into successful people in their careers, in our organization, and beyond.
Looking for a career that makes you smile?
We’re seeking an Orthodontic Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our growing team.
Responsible for delivering positive clinical experience to all patients while following strict adherence to company policies as well state dental laws, rules and regulations under the general direction and supervision of an Orthodontist.
How you’ll make us better: Places and removes orthodontic appliances and takes full records under general supervision of the Orthodontist Performs bonding, placing, and expert positioning of brackets Reviews patient charts, logs appropriate patient data and transcribes doctor notes Performs laboratory procedures under limited supervision of an Orthodontist Performs final checks on patients and leads patient flow Manages the remote monitoring dashboard including review/triage patient scans, responds to direct patient messages, and triages notifications Educates patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring Cleans, sterilizes, and prepares the equipment and operatory following standard protocols Assists in Local Store Marketing and community events Adheres to all infection-control policies and protocols Your special skills: We’re proud of our company culture and heritage of awesomeness.
If you’ve got the following, you’ll fit right in: Ability build rapport with patients Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with patients and coworkers Ability to use hand tools Ability to set priorities regarding patient care, manage full schedules and multi-task Prerequisites for success: High School Diploma or equivalent required One (1) year experience as an Orthodontic Clinician II Dental Assistant certification if required by state Dental Board Radiography certification if required by state Dental Board CPR certification if required by state Dental Board The Perks: In exchange for the dynamic contribution you’ll bring to our team, we offer: Competitive salary Medical, dental, vision and life insurance Short and long-term disability coverage 401(k) plan 2 weeks paid time off in your first year + paid holidays Discounts on braces and clear aligners for you and your family members Why Smile Doctors?
As the nation’s leading Orthodontic Support Organization, Smile Doctors partners with local orthodontic practices to offer world-class patient care with hometown heart.
We exist to love people first, straighten teeth second, and we work hard to maintain a people-first culture and cultivate a fun, encouraging environment.
Smile Doctors offers every Team Member the opportunity to be a part of something bigger.
We nurture both talents and strengths, building each person’s abilities to help them find success in their career and beyond.
As the fastest-growing organization of our kind in the industry, we’re looking for passionate, innovative professionals who can join us in changing the way the world smiles.
This is the perfect opportunity to grow with an expanding organization!
Apply today!
Smile Doctors and all our affiliating practices are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and welcome diversity in our organization.
We do not discriminate against any team member or applicant for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience as an Orthodontic Clinician. Required certifications include Dental Assistant, Radiography, and CPR certifications as mandated by the state Dental Board.
Market context
In Missouri, dental roles are often competitive because practices look for licensed DDS or DMD candidates who can balance patient care, efficiency, and continuity in a local patient base. This posting is open to both experienced practitioners and new graduates, and the benefits include medical and vision insurance, 401K, mentorship, and a continuing education allowance. Job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review fit faster; if you apply, confirm the mentorship structure and CE details during screening.
