Dental Assistant, Orthodontics

Salt Dental Partners; Roanoke Rapids (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern facilities and advanced tech

Mentorship and career growth

Diverse patient base and meaningful cl

Job summary

Salt Dental Partners in Roanoke Rapids, NC, is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to support clinicians and deliver excellent patient care. You will help greet patients, prepare rooms, take impressions, and assist with orthodontic procedures.

Ideal candidates have 6+ months orthodontic experience, a CODA-accredited program, and strong communication and organizational skills. This role offers modern facilities and opportunities for mentorship and growth in a collaborative team.

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 (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

Teamwork

Professionalism

Punctuality

Organization

Education

CODA-accredited dental assisting program

Active dental assistant license/registration

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