Orthodontic Assistant at Caggiano Orthodontics

Specialty Dental Brands; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); In loco; USD 38.000 - 58.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Descrizione del lavoro

Specialty Dental Brands in Parsippany, NJ seeks an Orthodontic Assistant to support the orthodontist and clinical team, ensuring efficient, safe patient care. You will assist with procedures, manage instruments, maintain a clean environment, and deliver exceptional patient service.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 1–2 years of orthodontic/dental experience, NJ Radiology license, and knowledge of orthodontic procedures. We offer medical/dental/vision, 401(k), holidays, and PTO.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; orthodontic assisting program preferred.
• 1–2 years of orthodontic or dental assistant experience, preferably in orthodontics.
• NJ Dental Radiology license required; CDA/RDA preferred or pursuing.
• Knowledge of orthodontic procedures, appliances, and terminology.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication with patients, families, and the team.

Mansioni

• Assist orthodontist during treatments: place/remove braces, take impressions, adjust wires, and apply elastics.
• Ensure patient comfort and respond to needs during procedures.
• Prepare patients for treatments and address questions.
• Keep treatment areas organized and stocked.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control.
• Record treatment progress and X-ray results in the EHR/PMS.
• Assist with fitting and removal of retainers, expanders, and braces.
• Provide post-treatment instructions and retainer care guidance.
• Educate patients on braces care to support outcomes.
• Monitor inventory and reorder supplies as needed.
• Contribute to a positive, professional patient experience.

Conoscenze

Manual dexterity

Patient communication

HIPAA compliance

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited orthodontic assisting program

NJ Dental Radiology License

CDA and RDA preferred

Strumenti

X-ray imaging equipment

EHR/PMS systems

Sterilization techniques

Descrizione del lavoro

Parsippany, NJ

The Orthodontic Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the orthodontist and clinical team to ensure efficient, safe, and comfortable patient care. This position involves assisting with orthodontic procedures, managing instruments and equipment, maintaining a clean and organized treatment environment, and delivering exceptional patient service.

• Assist the orthodontist during treatments, including placing and removing braces, taking impressions, adjusting wires, and applying/removing elastics and other orthodontic appliances
• Ensure patient comfort and respond to patient needs throughout procedures
• Prepare patients for orthodontic treatments, explaining procedures and addressing questions or concerns
• Ensure patients are properly positioned, and instruments and materials are readily available to support efficient treatment
• Sterilize and prepare instruments, equipment, and materials in compliance with infection control protocols
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked clinical areas and treatment rooms
• Take diagnostic X-rays, panoramic images, or digital scans as required for treatment planning
• Update and maintain accurate patient records, treatment progress notes, and X-ray results in the practice management system (EHR/PMS)
• Assist with the fitting, adjustment, and removal of orthodontic appliances such as retainers, expanders, and braces
• Provide post-treatment instructions, including retainer care and the importance of follow-up visits
• Educate patients on the proper care of braces, wires, and orthodontic appliances to ensure optimal results
• Monitor inventory of orthodontic supplies and materials, reordering as needed to maintain adequate stock
• Support a positive and professional patient experience

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited orthodontic assisting program preferred
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience as an orthodontic assistant or dental assistant, preferably with orthodontic focus
• NJ Dental Radiology License Necessary; CDA and RDA preferred (or working toward them)
• Knowledge of orthodontic procedures, appliances, and terminology
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and the orthodontic team
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations
• Team members are expected to uphold the culture outlined in the SDB Handbook, with a focus on our core values and any additional responsibilities as defined

Why Join Us?

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off