Dental Assistant, Orthodontics

Salt Dental Partners; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Full Benefits

Team celebrations

Supportive work environment

Growth opportunities

Coffee culture

Job summary

Ashmore Orthodontics in Bremerton & Port Orchard, WA is seeking an orthodontic clinician who is friendly, detail-oriented, and a strong team player. This role supports the orthodontist, participates in bonding and adjustments, and helps deliver an exceptional patient experience.

Ideal candidates hold an RDA credential, enjoy working with diverse patients, and are eager to learn in a supportive clinic that values care, accuracy, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• RDA credential required upon hire.
• Orthodontic experience is preferred but not required; willingness to learn is valued.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and genuine patient care passion.

Responsibilities

• Assist the orthodontist with patient care and procedures.
• Bond braces and aligners, place archwires, adjust appliances within scope.
• Take X-rays, digital scans, and impressions.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and appliance care.
• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, keep spaces clean.
• Document appointments, coordinate appliance needs, follow up with patients.
• Contribute to a comfortable, positive patient experience.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Dependable

Organized

Positive energy

Education

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credential

Job description

Ashmore Orthodontics I Bremerton & Port Orchard, WA

Love helping people smile? You might be our kind of person!

At Ashmore Orthodontics, we believe creating beautiful smiles starts with creating an exceptional patient experience. We're looking for a kind, motivated, and detail-oriented Orthodontic Clinician who enjoys working with people, takes pride in their work, and wants to be part of a team that genuinely cares.

What You'll Do:

• Assist the orthodontist with patient care and orthodontic procedures.
• Help with bonding braces and clear aligner attachments, placing archwires, and adjusting orthodontic appliances within your scope of practice.
• Take X-rays, digital scans, and impressions.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, appliance care, and retainers.
• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and keep our clinical spaces clean and organized.
• Document appointments, coordinate appliance needs, and follow up with patients.
• Help create a comfortable, positive experience for every patient who walks through our doors!

You'll Fit Right In If You're:

• Friendly, approachable, and great with patients of all ages.
• Detail-oriented and committed to providing excellent care.
• A team player with strong communication skills.
• Dependable, organized, and willing to learn.
• Someone who brings positive energy and takes pride in doing things right.

What We're Looking For:

• Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credential required upon hire.
• Orthodontic experience preferred, but not required! We're happy to welcome someone eager to learn and grow.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a genuine passion for patient care.

What We Offer:

• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Full Benefits
• Team celebrations and occasional treats
• A supportive, positive work environment
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and take on new challenges
• A team that appreciates coffee and good people!

Our Culture

We are looking for someone who shows up for their team, takes pride in their work, treats every patient like a guest in their own home, and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves when things get busy!

Our team believes in:

- Fanatical Attention to Detail

- Be Our Guest

If this sounds like you, we’d love to meet you!

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