Orthodontic Dental Assistant
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The Orthodontic Technician works chairside with our orthodontist to provide direct patient care, including placing and adjusting braces and appliances, taking photos and x-rays, and helping patients feel comfortable and informed throughout treatment.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist the orthodontist chairside during exams, adjustments, and procedures
- Place and remove orthodontic bands, brackets, and archwires under the orthodontist's direction
- Take intraoral and facial photographs, x-rays, and digital scans/impressions of patients' teeth
- Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize/set up instruments and equipment before and after appointments
- Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene, appliance care, and at-home maintenance of braces or aligners
- Provide patients with orthodontic supplies (wax, elastics, retainer cases) and instructions for use
- Monitor patient comfort during procedures and communicate any concerns to the orthodontist
- Maintain accurate clinical notes and update patient charts following each visit
- Follow all infection control, sterilization, and OSHA safety protocols
- Assist with scheduling, inventory of clinical supplies, and other chairside support tasks as needed
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- No prior orthodontic or dental assisting experience necessary — training provided
- Comfortable working closely with patients of all ages, including children and teens
- Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail
- Friendly, patient-focused demeanor and clear communication skills
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work flexible shifts as scheduling needs arise
- Comfortable following infection control and clinical safety procedures
Why Join Adventure Orthodontics
- Hands-on clinical training in orthodontic procedures and technology — no experience needed to start
- A fun, team-oriented office culture that celebrates patients' smiles and milestones
- Opportunity to grow into additional clinical roles within the practice