Orthodontic Dental Assistant

About Emily Funk Orthodontics

At Emily Funk Orthodontics, we believe that everyone deserves a healthy, confident smile! Located in Chester Springs, our practice is unique: we are a single-doctor, single-location practice, and we like it that way. Led by Dr. Emily Funk, a Chester County native and board-certified orthodontist, our team focuses on providing warm, highly personalized, and modern care to kids, teens, and adults.

Because we operate as one close-knit team in one office, you’ll join a supportive, friendly environment where every team member is valued and has the opportunity to learn and thrive.

Job Overview

Looking to start a fulfilling career in healthcare, but don't have prior dental or orthodontic experience? We are seeking an enthusiastic, reliable, and friendly Entry-Level Orthodontic Assistant to join our team!

If you bring a positive attitude, great communication skills, and a desire to learn, we will provide all the hands-on clinical and administrative training you need to succeed.

Schedule & Hours

• Position Type: Part-Time
• Schedule: 2-3 days per week 8am to 5pm
• Ideal for candidates looking for a predictable schedule in a boutique, low-stress practice environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Warmly welcome patients and parents into treatment chairs and prepare them for appointments
• Assist Dr. Funk during routine wire changes, adjustments, and orthodontic procedures
• Maintain high standards of hygiene by sterilizing instruments and preparing treatment bays
• Take digital photography, assist with iTero® digital impression scanning, and maintain clinical records
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, braces care, and retainer wear in a encouraging way
• Help keep patient appointments running smoothly and maintain team organization

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: No prior orthodontic or dental experience required—we are happy to train the right candidate!
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• People Skills: Personable, warm, and comfortable communicating with kids, teens, and parents.
• Work Ethic: Detail-oriented, reliable, proactive, and eager to pick up new skills.
• Tech Comfort: Comfortable learning practice management software and modern digital equipment (e.g., iTero scanners).
• Certifications: Having or being willing to obtain a Pennsylvania Dental Radiology (X-Ray) certification is a plus! (We can provide guidance and support to help you get certified).

What We Offer

• Comprehensive, paid hands-on clinical training and mentorship directly with Dr. Funk and team
• Opportunity for pay raises as clinical competencies and certifications grow
• A warm, boutique office culture where you aren't bounced between multiple satellite offices
• Employee/family orthodontic perks (after qualified tenure)

How to Apply

If you love working with people, want to learn a valuable hands-on skill, and want to help build confident smiles in our local community, we want to hear from you!

Please include a brief note introducing yourself and letting us know why you'd be a great fit for the Emily Funk Orthodontics team!

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 – 24.0 per week

Work Location: In person

Photography • Customer communication • Dental office • Part-time • Digital imaging • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • Greeting customers • Practice management software • Patient management software • Greeting dental patients • High school diploma or GED • Preparing medical treatment area • Experience working with children • Attention to detail • Intraoral scanners • Patient care • Organizational skills • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Operating medical imaging equipment • In-person • Patient education • Oral hygiene assistance • Radiology • Communication skills • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Under 1 year