Orthodontic Assistant: Digital Practice & Training

Altera Orthodontics; Royersford (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer matching

Employee discount on services

Professional training and development

Opportunities for growth within the?

Job summary

Altera Orthodontics in Royersford, PA is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to support the doctor during clinical procedures and help manage patient flow. Entry-level candidates will receive hands-on training; experienced assistants can perform core duties independently.

You will take photos and digital X-rays when trained, assist with braces and aligners, maintain sterile work areas, and communicate professionally with patients and team members in a fully digital practice.

Qualifications

• Dependable and consistent attendance.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Good time-management and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow clinical protocols.
• Commitment to excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during orthodontic procedures.
• Prepare treatment areas, instruments, materials, and supplies.
• Take orthodontic photographs and digital X-rays when trained.
• Perform iTero digital scans.
• Complete digital charting and documentation.
• Assist with braces, aligners, appliances, bonding, debonding, and retainers.
• Follow sterilization, infection-control, and safety protocols.
• Maintain clean, organized clinical areas.
• Support smooth patient seating, treatment, and dismissal.
• Communicate professionally with patients, parents, the doctor, and team.
• Follow established clinical protocols and office policies.
• Occasionally assist with patient engagement, community events, or marketing initiatives.

Skills

Dependable attendance

Strong communication

Team player

Time management

Willingness to learn

Professionalism

Patient care focus

Tools

iTero scanner

Job description

Altera Orthodontics in Royersford, PA is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to support the doctor during clinical procedures and help manage patient flow. Entry-level candidates will receive hands-on training; experienced assistants can perform core duties independently.

You will take photos and digital X-rays when trained, assist with braces and aligners, maintain sterile work areas, and communicate professionally with patients and team members in a fully digital practice.