Orthodontic Assistant & Patient Care Pro

ADP, Inc.; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Chestnut Dental Associates in Franklin, MA is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant for full- or part-time work in a busy orthodontics environment. The role involves assisting clinicians, taking X-rays, maintaining sterile environments, and educating patients on oral health.

We require a MA dental assisting license, DANB certification, CPR, and CDC-recommended hepatitis vaccination. A strong team player with attention to detail will thrive in this fast-paced practice.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts dental assisting license required.
• DANB certification preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Hepatitis vaccination recommended per CDC guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Set up and close sterilization room daily (autoclave, ultrasonic).
• Review patient charts and health history with patients.
• Ensure units are ready, stocked, and clean at start of appointments.
• Greet patients, escort to operatory, and ensure proper setup.
• Anticipate and assist doctors during procedures.
• Take extraoral and intraoral X-rays.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care.
• Polish teeth for routine exams and refresh impressions/models.

Skills

Patient care

X-ray procedures

Sterilization practices

Team collaboration

Patient education

Inventory management

Education

Massachusetts Dental Assisting License

DANB Certification

CPR Certification

Hepatitis Vaccination (CDC recommended)

Tools

Autoclave

Statim

Ultrasonic cleaner

Dental X-ray unit (Pan/Ceph)

Handpieces

Job description

Chestnut Dental Associates in Franklin, MA is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant for full- or part-time work in a busy orthodontics environment. The role involves assisting clinicians, taking X-rays, maintaining sterile environments, and educating patients on oral health.

We require a MA dental assisting license, DANB certification, CPR, and CDC-recommended hepatitis vaccination. A strong team player with attention to detail will thrive in this fast-paced practice.