Orthodontic Assistant: Patient Care & Clinical Support

Smile Doctors; Kinnelon (NJ); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Insurance package

Disability coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Brace discounts

Job summary

Smile Doctors in New Jersey is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team. You will support the Orthodontist by delivering a positive clinical experience, preparing the operatory, and assisting with appliances.

You’ll review charts, log patient data, educate patients on care and remote monitoring, and help with sterilization and infection-control protocols. If you value teamwork, compassion, and precise patient care, this is your opportunity to grow with us.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Dental Assistant certification if required by state Dental Board.
• Radiography certification if required by state Dental Board.
• CPR certification if required by state Dental Board.

Responsibilities

• Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances under close supervision of the Orthodontist.
• Review patient charts, log appropriate patient data and transcribe doctor notes.
• Perform laboratory procedures under close supervision of the Orthodontist.
• Review remote monitoring dashboard including review/triage patient scans, responding to direct patient messages, and triage notifications.
• Educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring.
• Clean, sterilize, and prepare the equipment and operatory following standard protocols.
• Adhere to all infection-control policies and protocols.

Skills

Patient rapport

Team relationships

Hand tools

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant certification

Radiography certification

CPR certification

Job description

Smile Doctors in New Jersey is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team. You will support the Orthodontist by delivering a positive clinical experience, preparing the operatory, and assisting with appliances.

You’ll review charts, log patient data, educate patients on care and remote monitoring, and help with sterilization and infection-control protocols. If you value teamwork, compassion, and precise patient care, this is your opportunity to grow with us.