Please Note: This is not an active, immediate opening today. Imagine Orthodontic Studio (IOS) is a rapidly growing, people-first practice! We keep this Talent Network open 24/7 to meet exceptional candidates. By applying here, you are submitting your resume to our active talent pool. Our clinical leadership team reviews these applications weekly and will reach out the moment a chair opens up that matches your skills and location preference!

At Imagine Orthodontic Studio, we believe a confident smile can completely change a person's life. But we aren't your typical, sterile clinical office. We’ve reimagined the entire orthodontic experience to be modern, vibrant, and fun for both our patients and our team. From our sleek, cutting-edge studio environments to our focus on making world-class care accessible, we are changing the face of orthodontics.

We know that an incredible patient experience starts with an incredible team. That’s why we foster a high-energy, collaborative culture where your growth is prioritized, your ideas are heard, and your hard work is celebrated. If you are passionate about patient care, love a fast-paced environment, and want to build a career where you genuinely make people smile every single day—you belong at Imagine.

Imagine the possibilities for your career. Come smile with us!

Department: Clinical Operations

Reports To: Studio Manager

Employment Type: Full Time, Hourly

Location: All Studio Locations

Are you passionate about creating beautiful smiles and delivering exceptional patient care? As an Orthodontic Assistant at Imagine Orthodontic Studio, you will provide high-level chairside support and specialized technical assistance under the direction of our orthodontists. Whether you are an experienced assistant or someone eager to learn the trade, we look for individuals who thrive in a collaborative, people-first culture.

Clinical Procedures & Technical Excellence

• Appliance Fabrication: Fabricate and fit orthodontic appliances and materials, including preparing teeth for bracket and band placement.
• Archwire Management: Prepare, place, and secure orthodontic wires and ligature ties.
• Chairside Support: Provide high-level assistance to the orthodontist during specialized dental procedures.
• Sterilization & Readiness: Maintain a safe environment by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments and equipment in accordance with regulations and OSHA guidelines.
• Impression Taking: Take precise patient impressions, and cast/trim diagnostic models for treatment study.

Patient Education & Record Keeping

• Patient & Parent Education: Guide patients and parents on proper oral hygiene, appliance care, and post-operative instructions.
• Clinical Documentation: Maintain meticulous treatment records and complete accurate clinical notes in our system.
• Radiology: Expose dental diagnostic x-rays as required for comprehensive treatment planning.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• No experience? No problem! A strong willingness to learn and successfully complete our robust internal dental assisting program.
• Technical tech-savviness, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and dental practice management software.

Preferred Qualifications (A Plus, But Not Required!):

• State-specific Dental Assistant registration or a COA (Certified Orthodontic Assistant) credential.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is highly valued!

• Manual Dexterity: High-level finger dexterity to grasp, manipulate, and assemble very small clinical objects (like brackets and ligatures).
• Postural Stamina: Ability to stand, sit, bend, or stoop for prolonged periods during chairside assistance.
• Visual Acuity: Sharp close-range vision to perform precise orthodontic adjustments.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to follow highly technical, multi-step clinical protocols without error.
• Communication: Exceptional active listening and speaking skills to convey care instructions warmly and clearly to patients.

Imagine Orthodontic Studio reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as business needs arise. This talent network posting does not constitute a contract for employment, and any future employment relationship with IOS remains at-will.