What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthodontic Clinical Assistant position at Pickard Orthodontics?
Join Our Orthodontic Team! WHO WE ARE:
Pickard Orthodontics is a thriving, patient-centered orthodontic practice with locations in Moscow, Pullman, and Lewiston. Our mission? To be the best part of our patients' day! If they don’t arrive with a smile, we want to make sure they leave with one.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
We are hiring immediately for a part-time or full-time team member who is eager to build a career in orthodontics. The current role focuses on Sterilization and Records, with the opportunity to grow into a skilled Orthodontic Assistant through hands-on training.
THE PERFECT CANDIDATE:
We want someone who radiates positivity, thrives in a team environment, and embraces learning and growth. Our ideal team member is:
✅ Energetic & Upbeat – If you relate more to Tigger than Eeyore, you’ll fit right in!
✅ Detail-Oriented & Precise – You take pride in doing things right the first time.
✅ Confident & Calm Under Pressure – You keep your cool, even in a fast-paced setting.
✅ Kind & Respectful – You treat patients and teammates with warmth and professionalism.
✅ Eager to Learn & Adapt – You welcome feedback and see challenges as opportunities.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Your role will include (but isn’t limited to) sterilizing instruments and prepping treatment station
- Taking patient records: intraoral photos, X-rays, and 3D imaging
- Managing a fast-paced patient schedule
- Assisting with orthodontic procedures (impressions, bonding brackets, adjusting wires, Invisalign, etc.)
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE:
Full-time positions offer:
✨ Competitive pay ($19.00 - $26.00 per hour)
✨ Performance-based raises
✨ Medical insurance & generous Health Savings Account (HSA)
✨ 401(k) & profit sharing
✨ Paid time off (starting at 2 weeks per year)
✨ Monthly team bonus incentives
✨ 4-day workweek for great work-life balance
Part-time roles offer even more flexibility, with 1-3 full days per week.
PLEASE DON’T APPLY IF:
- You resist change and struggle to adapt
- You bring personal drama into the workplace
- You’re frequently late, absent, or unmotivated
- You have a negative attitude or don’t enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered, please submit your resume, cover letter, and three professional references IN PERSON at one of our office locations:
- Moscow (Tuesdays, Thursdays)
- Pullman (Mondays, Wednesdays)
- Lewiston (Some Wednesdays & Fridays)
We recommend calling ahead to confirm the location for that day. We look forward to meeting you!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In-person
Qualifications
- Dental assisting
- Chairside assisting
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $25