Orthodontic Dental Assistant
Job Description
About the Role
As an Orthodontic Clinical Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional care to our patients. You will support our orthodontists by assisting during procedures, managing patient flow, and ensuring a comfortable experience for every individual who walks through our doors. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on clinical work and making a positive impact every day.
What You'll Do
• Key Responsibilities: · Assist orthodontists during examinations and treatments. · Prepare patients for procedures and ensure their comfort. · Take and process digital X-rays and intraoral photos and 3-D scanning. · Change arch wires, place separators, and replace & remove appliances as directed. · Maintain and sterilize instruments and clinical areas. · Educate patients on oral hygiene and appliance care. · Document patient information and treatment notes accurately in the system · Monitor inventory and prepare clinical materials as needed. · Support front office staff with scheduling and patient communication when necessary.
What You'll Bring
Required: • State certification in dental radiology (if required by state law) · Strong communication and interpersonal skills · Detail-oriented with excellent time management · Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Preferred: • Completion of an accredited dental or orthodontic assisting program preferred
• Previous experience in an orthodontic setting is a plus
• CPR/BLS a plus or we will provide training post hire
Job Details
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Typical pay (not posted by this employer)
- Typical pay for Dental Assistant in Pennsylvania: $20–$25 an hour
- The middle half of 99 job posts in Pennsylvania that listed pay in the last year, based on the lower figure of each posted range; yearly pay divided by 2,000 hours. Ask the employer what this role pays.
- Specialty
- Dental Assistant
- Posted
- September 28, 2026
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