Orthodontic Assistant: Chairside Care & Patient Education

Virginia-Family-Dentistry; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) profit sharing

Dental and orthodontic care

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid uniforms

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Wellness benefits

Continuing education

Job summary

Virginia Family Dentistry is seeking an experienced Orthodontic Assistant for Ironbridge/Mechanicsville locations. Typical hours are 8am-5pm Mon-Thu and 8am-12pm Fri; includes two locations. Responsibilities include chair-side assistance, x-rays, impressions, and patient education within a collaborative team.

Must have ortho experience, X-ray certification, and BLS. This is a full-time, non-exempt hourly position offering a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1 year or more of orthodontic experience required.
• X-ray certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong time management and teamwork.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow infection control.

Responsibilities

• Chair side assist the doctor by passing instruments and handling materials during procedures.
• Place, change, and remove braces components and elastics as directed.
• Take intra-oral measurements, x-rays, and impressions for orthodontic work.
• Prepare trays, sterilize instruments, and maintain a clean treatment room.
• Review schedules, coordinate supplies, and assist front desk as needed.
• Educate patients on treatment plans and oral hygiene.

Skills

Orthodontic experience

X-ray certification

BLS certification

Time management

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Job description

Virginia Family Dentistry is seeking an experienced Orthodontic Assistant for Ironbridge/Mechanicsville locations. Typical hours are 8am-5pm Mon-Thu and 8am-12pm Fri; includes two locations. Responsibilities include chair-side assistance, x-rays, impressions, and patient education within a collaborative team.

Must have ortho experience, X-ray certification, and BLS. This is a full-time, non-exempt hourly position offering a comprehensive benefits package.