Orthodontic Assistant: Patient Care & Smile Specialist

Specialty Dental Brands; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Specialty Dental Brands seeks an Orthodontic Assistant to support the orthodontist and clinical team in Aurora, CO. You will assist with braces, impressions, wires, and elastics, prepare patients, and maintain clean treatment rooms to deliver safe, efficient care.

Responsibilities include taking X-rays as needed, updating EHR/PMS records, sterilizing instruments, managing inventory, and educating patients on retainer care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; orthodontic assisting program preferred.
• Minimum 1–2 years of orthodontic/dental assisting experience.
• Knowledge of orthodontic procedures, appliances, and terminology.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and patient confidentiality (HIPAA).

Responsibilities

• Assist orthodontist during treatments: braces, impressions, wires, elastics.
• Ensure patient comfort and respond to patient needs during procedures.
• Prepare patients and explain procedures; address questions or concerns.
• Maintain instrument readiness and proper patient positioning.
• Sterilize and prepare instruments per infection control protocols.
• Keep treatment rooms clean, organized, and stocked.
• Take X-rays or digital scans as required for planning.
• Update patient records in EHR/PMS with progress notes and images.
• Provide post-treatment instructions and retainer care guidance.
• Educate patients on braces care to ensure optimal results.
• Monitor inventory and reorder supplies as needed.
• Support a positive and professional patient experience.

Skills

Orthodontic procedures knowledge

Manual dexterity

Excellent communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Orthodontic assisting program (preferred)

Tools

EHR/PMS

Job description

Specialty Dental Brands seeks an Orthodontic Assistant to support the orthodontist and clinical team in Aurora, CO. You will assist with braces, impressions, wires, and elastics, prepare patients, and maintain clean treatment rooms to deliver safe, efficient care.

Responsibilities include taking X-rays as needed, updating EHR/PMS records, sterilizing instruments, managing inventory, and educating patients on retainer care.