Experienced Orthodontic Assistant - Green Valley Orthodontics!

Killingly Dental Care LLC; Dayville (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Free uniforms

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Green Valley Orthodontics in Putnam, CT is seeking an experienced Orthodontic Assistant for a full-time, on-site role. You will assist the orthodontist during appointments, perform chairside duties, and deliver a concierge-level patient experience while educating families on treatment progress and care.

Maintain sterilization and operatory readiness in a fast-paced practice that embraces modern digital workflows.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of orthodontic assisting experience required.
• Strong clinical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and patient interaction skills.
• Calm, professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with a high standard of accountability.

Responsibilities

• Assist the orthodontist during patient appointments with efficiency and confidence
• Perform chairside duties including banding, bonding, debonding, wire changes, and appliance adjustments
• Deliver a warm, reassuring, concierge-level patient experience
• Educate patients and parents on treatment progress, hygiene, and appliance care
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully prepared operatory
• Collaborate closely with doctors, treatment coordinators, and front desk team
• Uphold clinical excellence, infection control, and practice protocols

Skills

Orthodontic assisting

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Digital orthodontics

Tools

Digital orthodontics software

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• 401(k)

Green Valley Orthodontics – Putnam, CT

Green Valley Orthodontics is a modern, high-end orthodontic practice committed to exceptional patient care, advanced digital workflows, and a positive, professional team culture. We are seeking an experienced Orthodontic Assistant who takes pride in their work and wants to be part of a premier orthodontic team.

What You’ll Do

• Assist the orthodontist during patient appointments with efficiency and confidence
• Perform chairside duties including banding, bonding, debonding, wire changes, and appliance adjustments
• Deliver a warm, reassuring, concierge-level patient experience
• Educate patients and parents on treatment progress, hygiene, and appliance care
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully prepared operatory
• Collaborate closely with doctors, treatment coordinators, and front desk team
• Uphold clinical excellence, infection control, and practice protocols

What We’re Looking For

• 1+ years of orthodontic assisting experience required
• Strong clinical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and patient-interaction skills
• Calm, professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment
• Team-oriented mindset with a high standard of accountability
• Experience with digital orthodontics and modern technology is a plus

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Full-time, stable schedule
• Modern, clean office with advanced digital technology
• Supportive leadership and a respectful team culture
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Opportunities for growth within a premier orthodontic practice

Our Standard

We are a high-expectation, high-support practice. Patients come to us for excellence, and our team members are proud of the level of care they deliver every day.

Location

Putnam, CT

Schedule

Full-time