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Orthodontic Assistant at Premier Orthodontics

Specialty Dental Brands

Orthodontic Assistant

The Orthodontic Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the orthodontist and clinical team to ensure efficient, safe, and comfortable patient care. This position involves assisting with orthodontic procedures, managing instruments and equipment, maintaining a clean and organized treatment environment, and delivering exceptional patient service.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Assist the orthodontist during treatments, including placing and removing braces, taking impressions, adjusting wires, and applying/removing elastics and other orthodontic appliances
  • Ensure patient comfort and respond to patient needs throughout procedures
  • Prepare patients for orthodontic treatments, explaining procedures and addressing questions or concerns
  • Ensure patients are properly positioned, and instruments and materials are readily available to support efficient treatment
  • Sterilize and prepare instruments, equipment, and materials in compliance with infection control protocols
  • Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked clinical areas and treatment rooms
  • Take diagnostic X-rays, panoramic images, or digital scans as required for treatment planning
  • Update and maintain accurate patient records, treatment progress notes, and X-ray results in the practice management system (EHR/PMS)
  • Assist with the fitting, adjustment, and removal of orthodontic appliances such as retainers, expanders, and braces
  • Provide post-treatment instructions, including retainer care and the importance of follow-up visits
  • Educate patients on the proper care of braces, wires, and orthodontic appliances to ensure optimal results
  • Monitor inventory of orthodontic supplies and materials, reordering as needed to maintain adequate stock
  • Support a positive and professional patient experience

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited orthodontic assisting program preferred
  • Minimum 1–2 years of experience as an orthodontic assistant
  • Knowledge of orthodontic procedures, appliances, and terminology
  • Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and the orthodontic team
  • Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations
  • Team members are expected to uphold the culture outlined in the SDB Handbook, with a focus on our core values and any additional responsibilities as defined
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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