What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthodontic Dental Assistant position at Weaver and Stratton Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics?
Now Hiring: Orthodontic Dental Assistant (Travel required 2 offices)
About Us:
Weaver and Stratton Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics is a full-service pediatric dental practice dedicated to providing exceptional care to children of all ages. Our offices feature dedicated orthodontic wings, allowing our orthodontic assistants to work directly with their own chairs and build strong relationships with patients and families. We prioritize a child-friendly, collaborative, and efficient environment, where every team member contributes to delivering high-quality care and positive experiences.
About the Role:
Weaver and Stratton Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics is looking for an experienced Orthodontic Dental Assistant to join our team. This position rotates between two fully equipped pediatric offices, each with a dedicated orthodontic wing. No need to transport instruments. You’ll help deliver excellent care in a fast-paced, child-friendly environment. This specific role is a Dental Assistant Floater role and you would go where needed, flexibility is key.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare operatories and ensure the sterilization of instruments
- Assist with orthodontic procedures including bonding, banding, wire changes, separators, and retainer delivery
- Take diagnostic records: X-rays, impressions, and iTero scans
- Accurately document treatment and patient progress
- Provide appliance care instructions to patients and families
- Support orthodontists and the clinical team to maintain efficient workflow
Qualifications
- Orthodontic dental assisting experience preffered not required
- Experience in pediatric or high-volume dental settings preferred
- Current radiology certification; orthodontic assisting certification preferred
- Professional, dependable, detail-oriented, and collaborative
- Reliable transportation and flexibility to work across both office locations
What We Offer
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and PTO
- Scrubs allowance to select your preferred style
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth within a well-established pediatric dental practice
Locations: Julington Creek & Orange Park (travel required between offices)
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 7:15 AM–5:00 PM
Position Type: Full-time (36 hours/week)
Perks & Benefits: Full medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, scrubs allowance to select your preferred style, and more
To Apply
Submit your resume to join our dedicated orthodontic team.
Weaver and Stratton Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
We are a Smoke-Free Workplace and participate in E-Verify.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Gym membership
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid jury duty
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Will you be able to reliably commute between our Orange Park office and our Julington Creek office?
Experience:
- Orthodontics: 1 year (Preferred)
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- EFDA Certification (Preferred)
- Radiology Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20