We’re Growing — Join Our Team!

Metro West Orthodontics & Periodontics is growing, and we’re excited to welcome you to our team!

We are looking for a motivated, dependable, and team-oriented individual who is interested in growing with our practice and contributing to an exceptional experience for our patients.

Office Assistant (Career Path to Dental Assistant)

Position Summary

This is an entry-level position that provides comprehensive cross-training in both clinical and administrative responsibilities. After successfully completing approximately six months as an Office Assistant, qualified team members may transition into a Dental Assistant career pathway, including company-sponsored dental assistant education.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys helping people, is eager to learn, and wants to grow within a high-quality specialty dental practice.

Primary Responsibilities

Administrative Support (2 Days)

 • Welcome and greet patients with exceptional customer service

 • Answer incoming phone calls professionally

 • Assist with patient check-in and check-out

 • Support front desk administrative duties

  • Schedule appointments and assist with patient communication

  • Help maintain accurate patient records

  • Assist with general administrative projects as assigned

Clinical Support (2 Days)

  • Prepare and organize treatment rooms for patient care

  • Perform instrument cleaning, sterilization, and infection control procedures

  • Maintain and organize the sterilization center

  • Assist chairside dental assistants during orthodontic and periodontal procedures

  • Stock operatories and treatment areas

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and professional clinical environment

  • Assist with patient flow throughout the office

  • Perform general office cleaning and maintain cleanliness of clinical areas

Marketing & Practice Growth Support

 • Assist with social media content creation

 • Help capture photos and videos for educational and marketing purposes

 • Support online reputation management by encouraging satisfied patients to leave Google reviews

 • Assist with community outreach and practice marketing projects

  • Support referral relationship initiatives as requested

Qualifications

No prior dental assisting experience is required.

We are looking for someone who is:

  • A strong team player

• Friendly, positive, and professional

 • Highly dependable and punctual

 • Detail-oriented and organized

 • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

 • Willing to learn new skills

 • Passionate about helping patients

 • Interested in pursuing a long-term career in dentistry

Career Development Opportunity

Metro West Orthodontics & Periodontics is committed to investing in the professional growth of our team members.

After approximately six months of successful employment as an Office Assistant, eligible employees may qualify for our Dental Assistant Career Development Program, which includes:

 • Tuition assistance for an approved Dental Assistant School

 • Structured clinical training and mentorship

 • Hands-on chairside experience

 • Professional coaching and career development

Tuition Assistance Program

Qualified employees may receive full tuition reimbursement for Dental Assistant School under the following conditions:

 • Successful completion of approximately six months of employment as an Office Assistant

 • Acceptance into an approved Dental Assistant program and complete the program with B or higher grade.

 • Satisfactory job performance and attendance

 • Agreement to remain employed at Metro West Orthodontics & Periodontics for a minimum of one year after graduation from the Dental Assistant program

Additional program terms and conditions will be provided at the time of enrollment.

Future Career Path

Following successful completion of Dental Assistant School and all training requirements, employees may transition into a full-time D