Dental Assistant, Orthodontics

Salt Dental Partners; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern facilities

Mentorship

Diverse patient base

Job summary

Salt Dental Partners is seeking an orthodontic assistant to join a collaborative, patient-centered team in Boise. You will greet patients, assist during visits, and help with radiographs, impressions, and records while maintaining sterile, efficient operations.

The ideal candidate has an active license, 6+ months in orthodontic settings, and strong communication and organizational skills. CODA training is preferred, with growth opportunities and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Active license/registration to practice as a dental assistant as required by your state.
• 6+ months of orthodontic assistant experience.
• CODA accredited dental assisting program completion preferred.
• Proficiency fitting bands and brackets, tying arch wires, and taking impressions.
• Punctual, professional, and a strong team player.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized with strong knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology.

Responsibilities

• Greet and support patients before, during, and after their appointment.
• Take and process dental radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos.
• Prepare and sterilize the treatment room and equipment.
• Document orthodontic care by charting patient records.
• Assist the orthodontist in assessing patients and implementing treatment plans.
• Perform routine orthodontic duties, including adjusting orthodontic gear.

Skills

Active license

6+ months experience

CODA program

Bands & brackets

Punctuality

Communication skills

Dental terminology

Education

CODA accredited program

Job description

Join a dental practice built on excellent patient care, strong teamwork, and a culture that supports every member of the team. This role is central to the patient experience, and thrives on collaboration with doctors and staff to deliver a consistently positive visit for every patient.

Responsibilities

• Greet and support patients before, during, and after their appointment
• Take and process dental radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos
• Prepare and sterilize the treatment room and equipment
• Document orthodontic care by charting patient records
• Assist the orthodontist in assessing patients and implementing treatment plans
• Perform routine orthodontic duties, including adjusting orthodontic gear

Qualifications

• Active license/registration to practice as a dental assistant, as required by your state
• 6+ months of experience as an orthodontic assistant
• Completion of a CODA accredited dental assisting program (preferred)
• Proficiency fitting bands and brackets, tying arch wires, and taking impressions
• Punctual, professional, and a strong team player
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Organized with strong knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and advanced technology
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities
• A diverse patient base and meaningful clinical work

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