Orthodontic Assistant | Cumberland Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics | Cookeville, TN

Overview

As an Orthodontic Assistant at Cumberland Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, you’ll help kids and teens on their journey to healthy, confident smiles in a fun, welcoming environment. Working chairside with our orthodontic team, you’ll support treatment such as bonding and adjusting braces, changing wires and elastics, taking records, and guiding patients through each stage of care, while helping keep each day running smoothly. The ideal candidate is skilled, efficient, and detail-oriented, with a patient, upbeat personality that puts young patients and their families at ease. If you love working with children and want to grow in a supportive, inspiring atmosphere, we’d love to have you join our team.

 

At a glance:

Pay: $18-$21/hour, based on experience 

Schedule: Monday-Thursday,  7:45 am-5:00 pm and Friday 7:45 am-1:00 pm 

Location: Cookeville, TN 

  

  

What we offer: •    Medical and vision insurance: You’re eligible starting the first month after you join. •    Dental coverage: Enjoy this benefit with $0 premium. •    401(k) plan with company match •    Generous paid time off and holidays •    Employee referral program: Earn rewards for bringing talented individuals to our team. •    Big savings, big perks: Enjoy exclusive discounts on everything from restaurants and travel to     movies and more. •    Pet insurance: We understand the importance of furry family members too. •    Cutting-edge technology and training: We provide the tools and resources you need to excel in your role. •    Life and disability insurance options •    Keep growing your career with our Education Assistance Program, which helps cover the cost of CE courses, certifications, and advanced degrees. 

 

Who We Are Where Beautiful Smiles Begin. Cumberland Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics has been providing care for patients in Middle Tennessee for over ten years. Their mission is to make a difference in the lives of our patients by delivering unsurpassed pediatric dental and orthodontic care in a fun, welcoming environment. We aim to create a foundation of optimal oral health for every child and a supportive, inspiring atmosphere for every team member. 

 

As a partner of Chord Specialty Dental Partners, we combine the close-knit feel of a local practice with the resources, training, and career paths of a larger network, and we’re committed to making every team member feel supported and inspired.  

 

 

Responsibilities

• Removes and places wires, ties, power chains/thread 

• Assists doctor with cementation of bands and bracket placement. • Take digital radiographs  • Help kids feel calm and comfortable, especially first-timers and nervous patients  • Communicate with parents and caregivers about visits and home care  • Maintaining accurate clinical notes of each visit 

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent • At least one year of orthodontic or dental office experience preferred • Radiology Certification preferred • Current CPR Healthcare Provider Certification 

• Bi-Lingual is a plus 

 

Where Your Career Can Go  Your first job here is just the beginning. As you grow, you can move into roles like:  •    Clinical trainer, mentoring the next class of new Assistants  •    Office leadership, helping run a practice day to day  

 With practices across our network, you’ll have room to grow without having to start over somewhere new.