Asistente de ortodoncia

PERFECT SMILES ORTHODONTICS PC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Company parties

Competitive salary

Free food & snacks

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

PERFECT SMILES ORTHODONTICS PC in New York, NY seeks an Orthodontic Assistant to support procedures, radiographs, and patient records in a fast-paced clinic.

You will educate patients, maintain equipment, and collaborate with the orthodontic team to deliver exceptional care while supporting growth and patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; dental assistant certification preferred.
• At least 1 year of orthodontic/dental experience.
• Knowledge of orthodontic procedures and terminology.
• Strong communication and friendly demeanor.
• Ability to work in a team and manage multiple tasks.
• Basic computer skills for patient records.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Attention to detail and commitment to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the orthodontist during procedures and examinations.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Take radiographs as needed.
• Record and manage patient records and scheduling.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and care.
• Ensure excellent customer service and patient experience.
• Monitor patient progress throughout treatment.
• Collaborate with team to improve workflow.
• Participate in social media efforts and business development.
• Be available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays from 8:45AM to 7PM and one Saturday/month from 8:45 AM to 2PM

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Patient care

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental assistant certification preferred

Tools

Radiography (X-ray)

Dental software

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Free food & snacks
• Paid time off
• Training & development

About the Role:

Join our dynamic team at PERFECT SMILES ORTHODONTICS PC as an Orthodontic Assistant, where your skills will help create beautiful smiles! We are looking for a passionate individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to support our orthodontic team in delivering exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the orthodontist during procedures and patient examinations.
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment to ensure a safe environment.
• Take radiographs (X-rays) as needed.
• Take orthodontic records: photograph, scan, PAN, CephL
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Manage patient records and scheduling to maintain efficient office operations.
• Provide excellent customer service to ensure a positive patient experience.
• Monitor and document patient progress throughout treatment.
• Collaborate with team members to enhance patient care and office workflow.
• participate in Social Media efforts
• participate in business developement
• Be available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays from 8:45AM to 7PM and one Saturday/month from 8:45 AM to 2PM

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent; dental assistant certification preferred.
• Previous experience as an orthodontic assistant or in a dental setting of one year or more.
• Knowledge of orthodontic procedures and terminology.
• Strong communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple tasks.
• Basic computer skills for patient record management.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to patient care.

About Us:

At PERFECT SMILES ORTHODONTICS PC, we have been creating beautiful smiles in New York, NY for over 15 years. Our patients love us for our personalized care and advanced orthodontic solutions, while our employees appreciate our supportive environment and commitment to professional growth.