Dental Assistant, Orthodontics

Peach Orthodontics; Post Falls (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Peach Orthodontics in Post Falls, Idaho, is seeking a friendly dental assistant to join our team and support the orthodontic clinical experience. You will greet patients, assist the orthodontist, take radiographs, and help maintain a clean, efficient treatment area.

We value punctuality, strong teamwork, and clear communication as we deliver compassionate care to a diverse patient base. Completion of a CODA-accredited program is preferred, with an active license as required by the state.

Qualifications

• Active license/registration to practice as a dental assistant, as required by your state.
• 6+ months of experience as an orthodontic assistant.
• CODA-accredited dental assisting program is 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

Communication skills

Team player

Dentistry knowledge

Punctual

Impression taking

Education

CODA-accredited dental assisting 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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