Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Experienced Orthodontic Assistant

Family Orthodontics is seeking a highly experienced, motivated, and patient-focused Orthodontic Assistant to join our team. This position is ideal for an assistant who is confident working independently, thrives in a fast-paced orthodontic practice, and is experienced with all phases of orthodontic treatment.

Schedule

3 days per week 7:15 AM – 4:30 PM Responsibilities

The ideal candidate must be proficient in all aspects of orthodontic assisting, including:

Placing and removing orthodontic separators Bonding and debonding brackets Bracket positioning and indirect bonding assistance Removing adhesive following debond appointments Placing, changing, and removing archwires Tying and removing ligature ties and power chains Placing and removing coil springs (open and closed) Placing and replacing elastomeric ties (O-ties) Placing and removing steel ligatures Taking orthodontic records, including digital impressions and intraoral scans Taking panoramic and cephalometric radiographs Taking intraoral photographs Delivering and adjusting retainers Delivering removable appliances Providing oral hygiene and appliance care instructions Assisting with Invisalign® and clear aligner treatment Monitoring patient progress and communicating findings to the orthodontist Preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing instruments according to OSHA and CDC guidelines Maintaining accurate patient documentation in the electronic dental record Providing exceptional customer service to patients and families Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of recent orthodontic assisting experience required Orthodontic experience is required; applicants without orthodontic experience will not be considered. Current Dental Assistant certification and/or Expanded Duties certification (if applicable) Current CPR certification Experience with digital scanners (iTero or equivalent) preferred Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organizational and multitasking abilities Positive attitude with a team-first mentality Reliable, professional, and committed to providing exceptional patient care

What We're Looking For

We are searching for an assistant who is confident in every stage of orthodontic treatment, takes pride in delivering outstanding patient care, and enjoys working in a collaborative, high-energy environment.

Please Note: Applicants without prior orthodontic assisting experience will not be considered for this position.