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Orthodontic Assistant

Commonwealth Dentistry
Colonial Heights, VA
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Dental Assistant

Job Description

Join Our Smile-Making Team!
Orthodontic Assistant
📍 Commonwealth Dentistry
đź•’ Full-Time | Competitive Pay | Fun/Welcoming Team Environment
Do you have a knack for connecting with people and a passion for sales and service ? Do you love turning a first-time visitor into a loyal, confident patient with a brand-new smile? If so, we want YOU to be the friendly face and expert guide in our growing orthodontic practice!

What You’ll Do (And Love!)

As our Orthodontic Dental Assistant , you’ll be right in the action: creating confident smiles and supporting patients throughout their ortho journey. You’ll play a key role in ensuring each visit is smooth, informative, and full of positive energy.
You'll get to:
Assist chairside during orthodontic procedures with precision and care
Make patients feel at ease and excited about their smile transformation
Take X-rays, impressions, and help with placing/removing appliances
Keep treatment areas prepped, organized, and sparkling clean
Educate patients and parents on home care, appliance instructions, and what to expect next
Help manage patient flow and keep the day running on time
Be a vital part of a fun, upbeat team that loves creating beautiful smiles

Requirements
You’re a Great Fit If You...
Love making patients feel comfortable and cared for from start to finish
Enjoy talking to people and turning nerves into confidence
Are detail-oriented, organized, and can keep things running smoothly—even on busy days
Thrive in a fast-paced, team-focused environment (bonus if it’s in dental!)
Feel comfortable using dental software, digital charting, and keeping accurate records
Are passionate about creating life-changing smiles and being part of a patient’s transformation journey

Bonus Points for Experience In:
Orthodontic or dental office settings
Treatment coordination, patient sales, or case conversion
Cloud9 Ortho
Benefits
Perks & Benefits:
Competitive hourly pay
Paid time off, holidays, and growth opportunities
A supportive, upbeat team that celebrates wins
The chance to help patients transform their smiles and their confidence

Ready to Be the Reason Someone Smiles Today?
Apply now and join a team where customer service meets confidence, and every day is a chance to make a difference!

Job Details

Typical pay (not posted by this employer)
Typical pay for Dental Assistant in Virginia: $17–$22 an hour
The middle half of 86 job posts in Virginia 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
August 24, 2026

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About the Employer
Commonwealth Dentistry
United States
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