Orthodontic Assistant

Commonwealth Dentistry; Colonial Heights (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Supportive, upbeat team

Job summary

Commonwealth Dentistry in Colonial Heights, VA is seeking an Orthodontic Dental Assistant to join a friendly, fast-paced team. You’ll assist chairside during orthodontic procedures, take X-rays and impressions, and help educate patients on home care and treatment steps.

We value compassion, organization, and a positive energy that helps patients feel at ease. In this full-time role you’ll keep treatment areas clean, manage patient flow, and support the office in delivering confident smiles and

Qualifications

• Experience in orthodontic or dental office settings.
• Familiar with dental software, digital charting, and keeping accurate records.
• Excellent communication and empathy with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist chairside during orthodontic procedures with precision and care.
• Take X-rays and impressions and help with placing/removing appliances.
• Educate patients and parents on home care, appliance instructions, and what to expect next.

Skills

People skills

Dental software

X-ray exposure

Detail-oriented

Tools

Cloud9 Ortho

Job description

Join Our Smile-Making Team!

Orthodontic Assistant
Commonwealth Dentistry

Full-Time | Competitive Pay | Fun/Welcoming Team Environment

Do you have a knack for connecting with peopleand a passion for sales and service? Do you love turning a first-time visitor into a loyal, confident patient with a brand-new smile? If so, we want YOU to be the friendly face and expert guide in our growing orthodontic practice!

What You’ll Do (And Love!)

As our Orthodontic Dental Assistant, you’ll be right in the action: creating confident smiles and supporting patients throughout their ortho journey. You’ll play a key role in ensuring each visit is smooth, informative, and full of positive energy.

You’ll get to:

• Assist chairside during orthodontic procedures with precision and care
• Make patients feel at ease and excited about their smile transformation
• Take X-rays, impressions, and help with placing/removing appliances
• Keep treatment areas prepped, organized, and sparkling clean
• Educate patients and parents on home care, appliance instructions, and what to expect next
• Help manage patient flow and keep the day running on time
• Be a vital part of a fun, upbeat team that loves creating beautiful smiles

You’re a Great Fit If You…

• Love making patients feel comfortable and cared for from start to finish
• Enjoy talking to people and turning nerves into confidence
• Are detail-oriented, organized, and can keep things running smoothly—even on busy days
• Thrive in a fast-paced, team-focused environment (bonus if it’s in dental!)
• Feel comfortable using dental software, digital charting, and keeping accurate records
• Are passionate about creating life-changing smiles and being part of a patient’s transformation journey

Bonus Points for Experience In:

• Orthodontic or dental office settings
• Treatment coordination, patient sales, or case conversion
• Cloud9 Ortho

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Paid time off, holidays, and growth opportunities
• A supportive, upbeat team that celebrates wins
• The chance to help patients transform their smiles and their confidence