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About the Role

The Orthodontic Dental Assistant plays an essential role in supporting the orthodontist by delivering exceptional clinical assistance and ensuring a positive patient experience throughout every stage of orthodontic treatment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for orthodontic treatment while providing exceptional customer service and education.
• Assist the orthodontist during a variety of orthodontic procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Place and remove orthodontic appliances under the direction of the orthodontist, including arch wires, elastics, ligatures, separators, and orthodontic attachments, where permitted by state regulations.
• Take high-quality digital radiographs, intraoral photographs, and digital impressions/scans.
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for orthodontic procedures.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene, appliance care, retainer use, and post-treatment instructions.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure medical histories are updated appropriately.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain strict infection control standards in accordance with OSHA and CDC guidelines.
• Monitor inventory and ensure orthodontic materials and supplies are adequately stocked.
• Coordinate laboratory cases, prepare models, package appliances, and maintain accurate lab logs.
• Support efficient patient flow by preparing treatment areas before each appointment and ensuring rooms are cleaned and reset afterward.
• Assist with orthodontic emergencies, appliance repairs, and adjustments as directed by the orthodontist.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant program.
• Current Dental Assistant Certification (where applicable).
• Knowledge of four-handed dentistry.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Passion for providing exceptional patient care.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Desire to continue learning and growing professionally.
• Orthodontic assisting experience preferred.
• At least 2 years of Dental Assistant or Orthodontic Assistant experience.
• Experience with eClinicalWorks, Dexis, iTero Scanner, and digital orthodontic imaging systems preferred.
• Familiarity with Invisalign®, clear aligner therapy, and fixed orthodontic appliances.
• Experience taking digital impressions and orthodontic records.

Skills

• Four-handed dentistry
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• eClinicalWorks
• Dexis
• iTero Scanner
• Digital orthodontic imaging systems
• Invisalign®
• Clear aligner therapy
• Fixed orthodontic appliances
• Digital impressions
• Orthodontic records

Location

• Onsite

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 2+ years of Dental Assistant or Orthodontic Assistant experience

Education Level

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant program
• Current Dental Assistant Certification

Salary/Compensations

• $24–$27 per hour

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Eight Paid Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative work environment with opportunities for career advancement

About the Company

• Aizer Health is a Federally Qualified Community Health Center providing transformative care powered by compassion and innovation.
• They offer world-class services including Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Acute Care, Dentistry, Orthodontics, Optometry, Women's Health, Rehabilitation, Behavioral Health, and select specialty services.
• Their mission is to uplift and empower the community through comprehensive, patient-centered care.
• The workplace features state-of-the-art technology, supportive leadership, and a collaborative culture.