Orthodontic Assistant — Patient Care, Growth & CE

Freedom Dental Health System; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center For Airway And Facial Development is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join our team in Newark, Delaware. You will prepare patients, sterilize instruments, take records and perform iTero scans, and assist the orthodontist during procedures.

You will also educate patients about treatments and support ongoing care discussions. Qualifications include at least 2 years of orthodontic assistant experience, DE Radiology certification, and strong customer service and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years orthodontic assistant experience.
• DE Radiology Certified.
• Excellent customer service and chair-side manners.
• Ability to travel if needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for treatment and chair-side setup.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments according to protocol.
• Take diagnostic records and perform iTero scanning as directed.
• Assist the orthodontist during procedures.
• Independently carry out prescribed treatment under supervision.
• Build relationships with patients and educate them about treatment.
• Facilitate communication between the orthodontist and patient.

Skills

Orthodontic experience

Customer service

Problem solving

DE Radiology Certified

Education

Orthodontic Assistant Certification

Job description

The Center For Airway And Facial Development is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join our team in Newark, Delaware. You will prepare patients, sterilize instruments, take records and perform iTero scans, and assist the orthodontist during procedures.

You will also educate patients about treatments and support ongoing care discussions. Qualifications include at least 2 years of orthodontic assistant experience, DE Radiology certification, and strong customer service and communication skills.