Orthodontic Assistant

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Short-term and long-term disability

Uniforms

Performance bonuses

Job summary

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY in West Chester, PA is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join a private pediatric and family dental practice.

The role involves chairside support, radiographs, patient greetings, operatory setup/breakdown, sterilization, and front desk assistance. Strong teamwork and adherence to OSHA standards are essential.

Qualifications

• 0–5 years of experience in a dental or orthodontic setting.
• Radiology Certification and DPH Dental Assistant License required.
• Associate's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Orthodontist chairside during orthodontic procedures.
• Greet and escort patients to operatories.
• Take radiographs as instructed by the provider.
• Set up and break down operatories for each patient.
• Clean and disinfect treatment areas after each visit.
• Maintain sterilization protocols and infection control standards according to OSHA, federal, and state guidelines.
• Maintain equipment and ensure materials are stocked daily.
• Support front desk operations including scheduling appointments, checking in patients, and verifying patient demographics.
• Retrieve charts and document treatment plans and patient information.
• Assist with general office administration tasks.

Skills

Dental software

Microsoft Word

Email communication

Education

Associate degree preferred

Job description

• Location 795 E Marshall St Suite 100,West Chester, PA, 19380,United States
• Base Pay $22.00 - $25.00 / Hour
• Job Category Clinical
• Employee Type Full Time
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

• Phone [phone]

Orthodontic Assistant – West Chester, PA

We are a well-established, private pediatric and family dental practice in West Chester, PA, dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to children and families in a warm, welcoming environment.

We are a fun, close-knit group of ladies who truly love what we do and who we do it with! We are looking for one last piece to our puzzle—for now at least! We all pull our own weight and always help one another when needed. If you’re looking for a team that feels like a work family,

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Orthodontist chairside during orthodontic procedures
• Greet and escort patients to operatories
• Take radiographs as instructed by the provider
• Set up and break down operatories for each patient
• Clean and disinfect treatment areas after each visit
• Maintain sterilization protocols and infection control standards according to OSHA, federal, and state guidelines
• Maintain equipment and ensure materials are stocked daily
• Support front desk operations including scheduling appointments, checking in patients, and verifying patient demographics
• Retrieve charts and document treatment plans and patient information
• Assist with general office administration tasks

Basic Requirements

• 0–5 years of experience in a dental or orthodontic setting
• Vocational/Technical training or Associate’s Degree preferred
• Radiology Certification and DPH Dental Assistant License required
• Familiarity with dental software, email, and Microsoft Word
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. with or without accommodation

Preferred Qualifications

• Beginning orthodontic records: study models, X-rays, panorex, cephalometric images, and digital photographs
• Experience with 1BA, adjustments, FCDB, and debands
• Taking impressions, pouring and trimming models for appliances and presentations
• Handling lab cases including retainers, appliances, and study models
• Photo documentation including intra-oral and extra-oral photos
• Bending and coordinating arch wires
• Removal of fixed bands and brackets
• Wire removal and placement
• Ligature removal and replacement
• Fitting headgear and providing instructions to patients
• Sizing, fitting, and cementing orthodontic bands
• Taking PVS impressions and bite registrations for Invisalign treatment
• Separator placement
• Fabrication of orthodontic retainers
• Orthodontic case presentations to patients and parents
• Educating patients and parents on oral hygiene, rubber band wear, treatment progress, and cooperation
• Coordinating communication between orthodontists and general dentists
• Ordering orthodontic supplies and maintaining inventory
• Experience working with patients with special healthcare needs, including those with cognitive or developmental conditions
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
• Ability to work closely with parents, guardians, and caregivers
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Uniforms
• Performance bonuses

License / Certification

If you are team-oriented, motivated, and passionate about helping patients achieve beautiful, healthy smiles, we would love to meet you.