Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Company Description Join Our Team! At McCormick Orthodontics, we believe every day is an opportunity to create confident smiles - and that starts with the people on our team! Founded in 1975, McCormick Orthodontics has built a reputation for exceptional patient care, advanced technology, and meaningful relationships with the families we serve. We are seeking an experienced, dependable, and enthusiastic Clinical Orthodontic Assistant to join our team. If you enjoy working directly with patients, thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment, and take pride in helping create beautiful, healthy smiles, we'd love to meet you!
Job Description
What You'll Do
- Assist our orthodontists with chairside clinical procedures, including placing and adjusting braces, archwires, and orthodontic appliances.
- Prepare patients, treatment areas, instruments, and equipment for appointments.
- Take digital scans and assist with orthodontic records and documentation.
- Educate patients and families on oral hygiene, appliance care, and treatment instructions.
- Maintain accurate patient records and communicate effectively with doctors and team members.
- Follow infection control, sterilization, and patient safety protocols.
- Help maintain an organized, clean, and efficient clinical environment.
- Support patient flow to ensure a positive experience at every visit.
- Collaborate with clinical and laboratory team members to support daily operations.
Qualifications
- Minimum of one year of relevant clinical assisting experience required.
- X-ray certification required.
- Previous orthodontic experience preferred.
- Bilingual skills are a plus, but not required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A positive attitude and genuine commitment to patient care.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.
- Dependability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to multitask and remain composed in a fast-paced environment.
- A team-oriented mindset and willingness to support coworkers.
- Flexibility to work at multiple practice locations.
Additional Information Schedule & Compensation Schedule: Full-time, approximately 34 hours per week.
- Monday: 9:00 AM–6:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Thursday: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
This position rotates between our Oxford, Jennersville, and North East locations. Reliable transportation and the ability to travel between offices are required. What We Offer
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Four-day workweek
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- A collaborative, patient-centered team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
Why McCormick Orthodontics? We believe exceptional patient care begins with a great team. Our practice is built on clear communication, collaboration, compassion, and a commitment to continuous improvement. We value individuals who take initiative, support one another, and bring positive energy to their work. You'll be part of a team dedicated to making every patient feel welcomed, comfortable, and confident throughout their orthodontic journey. Our motto says it all: Expect to smile! We look forward to meeting you! McCormick Orthodontics is an equal opportunity employer.
