Part-Time Orthodontic Assistant - Creston Dental & Braces - a Benevis company : Job Details

Part-Time Orthodontic Assistant

Overview:

• Creston Dental and Braces, Columbia, SC
• Part-Time Ortho Assistant - 3 days per week
• Required: SC Xray and CPR-BLS Certifications
• Competitive Pay

Join a team that is dedicated to making the world a happier place, one smile at a time! At Benevis, we proudly create over a million smiles each year and believe everyone deserves access to quality, affordable dental care. With over 3000 employees nationwide, we are united by our mission to provide high-quality dental care in a fun and compassionate environment. Are you ready to help us create our next million smiles?

We are seeking a Part-Time Orthodontic Assistant to support our mission of providing exceptional dental care in the community. Help us create more smiles and memorable experiences by working with a team that truly cares about their patients:

• Engage with your community by participating in local events such as school screenings and presentations to promote a positive image of our practice.
• Contribute to morning huddles—feel free to lead one! Show your peers your appreciation and highlight examples of excellent customer focus and teamwork.
• Must have a passion for working with children, as they comprise the majority of our patient base.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver quality and compassionate care to all patients.
• Guide parents and patients through our treatment processes.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and provide post-operative instructions.
• Prepare patients for examinations and treatments.
• Take x-rays and maintain patient charts.
• Capture quality orthodontic facial photos and ensure operational readiness.
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures.
• Mix dental materials such as amalgam and impression materials.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of chairs and treatment rooms.
• Assist dental professionals in treatment procedures.
• Document patient information, treatment plans, and procedures in charts.
• Pour, trim, and polish impression casts.
• Fabricate custom impression trays.
• Adhere to all government regulations and company compliance programs with integrity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Preferred at least 1 year of experience in Orthodontic Assisting.
• SC Xray Certification required.
• CPR/BLS Certification required.
• Willingness to travel within assigned territory.
• High focus on customer service and satisfaction.
• Genuine enjoyment in working with children.
• Compassionate with a strong commitment to service for patients, parents, and staff.
• Integrity in all actions and decisions.
• Dependable, reliable, and punctual.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and consistently meet deadlines.
• Maintain a professional manner and appearance at all times.

We Offer:

• Competitive compensation.

We value teamwork, mutual respect, and cooperation in our workplace. We do not discriminate or tolerate harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.