Orthodontic Dental Assistant

We are looking for a friendly, reliable, and motivated Orthodontic Dental Assistant to join our growing team! The ideal candidate enjoys working with children, teens, and adults and is comfortable working in a fast-paced orthodontic environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the orthodontist during patient appointments and procedures.

• Prepare and set up treatment rooms and instruments.

• Take and develop/process dental X-rays as permitted by applicable regulations.

• Assist with orthodontic procedures, including bonding, adjustments, wire changes, impressions/scans, and retainer delivery.

• Take intraoral photographs and digital scans.

• Provide patients with clear instructions regarding orthodontic appliances and oral hygiene.

• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and treatment areas according to OSHA and office protocols.

• Help with patient flow and keep appointments running efficiently.

• Communicate professionally and warmly with patients and parents.

• Assist with inventory, stocking, and maintaining a clean and organized clinical area.

• Follow all infection-control, safety, and office policies Qualifications.

• Previous dental assisting experience preferred; orthodontic experience is a plus.

• Dental assisting certification/credentials as required by state regulations.

• X-ray certification/permit as required by state regulations.

• Strong communication and customer-service skills.

• Comfortable working with children and families.

• Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.

• Positive attitude and professional appearance.

• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a busy office.

What We’re Looking For?

We want someone who is energetic, patient-focused, dependable, and enjoys being part of a team. The right person will help create a positive and welcoming experience for every patient while supporting the orthodontist and clinical team. If you love helping people feel confident about their smiles and enjoy working in a fun, team-oriented environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Background check • Spanish • Customer communication • Oral hygiene • Teamwork • Dental office • Dental assisting • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • OSHA • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Safety regulations • In-person customer service • Working with pediatric populations • Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures • Intraoral cameras • X-Ray Certification • Preparing medical treatment area • Experience working with children • Children • Intraoral scanners • Dental equipment • Cleaning • Digital dental impression taking • Stocking • Healthcare infection prevention and control compliance expertise • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • In-person • Patient education • Surface decontamination • Communication skills • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling