Orthodontic Assistant: Patient Care & Growth Path

Smile-Doctors; Kinnelon (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Discounts on braces and clear aligners

Job summary

Smile Doctors in New Jersey is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team. You will assist in placing and removing appliances, manage patient charts, and support the orthodontist to deliver a positive clinical experience.

You’ll educate patients on care and remote monitoring, maintain sterile operatories, and follow infection-control policies. Prerequisites include a HS diploma and any state-required certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Some dental/orthodontic experience preferred.
• 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.
• 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.

Job description

Smile Doctors in New Jersey is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team. You will assist in placing and removing appliances, manage patient charts, and support the orthodontist to deliver a positive clinical experience.

You’ll educate patients on care and remote monitoring, maintain sterile operatories, and follow infection-control policies. Prerequisites include a HS diploma and any state-required certifications.