Orthodontic Assistant at Roos Orthodontics

Specialty Dental Brands; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 52,348; Full time

Job summary

Specialty Dental Brands is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to support the orthodontist and clinical team in providing efficient, safe, and comfortable patient care. You will assist with procedures, manage instruments, and maintain a clean treatment environment.

Responsibilities include prepping patients, taking impressions and X-rays, updating records in the EHR, ensuring inventory, and educating patients on brace care to ensure optimal results. Full-time position in Redmond, WA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited orthodontic assisting program preferred.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience as an orthodontic/dental assistant, preferably with orthodontic focus.
• Knowledge of orthodontic procedures, appliances, and terminology.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and HIPAA compliance.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and teamwork culture per company handbook.

Responsibilities

• Assist the orthodontist during treatments, placing/removing braces and taking impressions.
• Ensure patient comfort and respond to patient needs.
• Prepare patients for orthodontic treatments, explaining procedures and addressing questions or concerns.
• Sterilize and prepare instruments and materials per 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 in the EHR/PMS.
• Assist with fitting, adjustment, and removal of orthodontic appliances such as retainers, expanders, and braces.
• Provide post-treatment instructions, including retainer care and follow-up visits.
• Educate patients on proper care of braces and appliances for optimal results.
• Monitor inventory of supplies and reorder as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

HIPAA compliance

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited orthodontic assisting program (preferred)

Job description

Description

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

Job Type

Full-time

Description

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.

Essential Responsibilities

• 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
• 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

Salary Description

$30.00-$38.00 hourly