Orthodontic Assistant: Patient Care & Imaging

Specialty Dental Brands; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); Presencial; USD 38.000 - 58.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Specialty Dental Brands in Parsippany, NJ seeks an Orthodontic Assistant to support the orthodontist and clinical team, ensuring efficient, safe patient care. You will assist with procedures, manage instruments, maintain a clean environment, and deliver exceptional patient service.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 1–2 years of orthodontic/dental experience, NJ Radiology license, and knowledge of orthodontic procedures. We offer medical/dental/vision, 401(k), holidays, and PTO.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; orthodontic assisting program preferred.
• 1–2 years of orthodontic or dental assistant experience, preferably in orthodontics.
• NJ Dental Radiology license required; CDA/RDA preferred or pursuing.
• Knowledge of orthodontic procedures, appliances, and terminology.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication with patients, families, and the team.

Responsabilidades

• Assist orthodontist during treatments: place/remove braces, take impressions, adjust wires, and apply elastics.
• Ensure patient comfort and respond to needs during procedures.
• Prepare patients for treatments and address questions.
• Keep treatment areas organized and stocked.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control.
• Record treatment progress and X-ray results in the EHR/PMS.
• Assist with fitting and removal of retainers, expanders, and braces.
• Provide post-treatment instructions and retainer care guidance.
• Educate patients on braces care to support outcomes.
• Monitor inventory and reorder supplies as needed.
• Contribute to a positive, professional patient experience.

Conocimientos

Manual dexterity

Patient communication

HIPAA compliance

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited orthodontic assisting program

NJ Dental Radiology License

CDA and RDA preferred

Herramientas

X-ray imaging equipment

EHR/PMS systems

Sterilization techniques

Descripción del empleo

Specialty Dental Brands in Parsippany, NJ seeks an Orthodontic Assistant to support the orthodontist and clinical team, ensuring efficient, safe patient care. You will assist with procedures, manage instruments, maintain a clean environment, and deliver exceptional patient service.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 1–2 years of orthodontic/dental experience, NJ Radiology license, and knowledge of orthodontic procedures. We offer medical/dental/vision, 401(k), holidays, and PTO.