Orthodontic Assistant - Roos Orthodontics

Specialty Dental Brands; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Roos Orthodontics in Redmond, WA is seeking a dedicated Orthodontic Assistant to support the orthodontist and clinical team in delivering efficient, safe patient care. You will assist with procedures, manage instruments, and maintain a clean treatment environment.

Responsibilities include taking impressions, adjusting wires, taking X-rays, recording notes in the EHR, sterilizing equipment, and educating patients on care. The role emphasizes accuracy, compassion, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; accredited orthodontic assisting program preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience as an orthodontic/dental assistant, preferably orthodontic-focused.
• Knowledge of orthodontic procedures, appliances, and terminology.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and HIPAA privacy practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist orthodontist during treatments, including braces placement/removal, impressions, wire adjustments, and elastics.
• Ensure patient comfort and respond to patient needs during procedures.
• Prepare patients for treatments and explain procedures.
• Position patients and keep instruments and materials ready for efficient care.
• Sterilize and prepare instruments and materials per infection control protocols.
• Maintain clean, stocked clinical areas and treatment rooms.
• Take X-rays, panoramic images, or digital scans as required.
• Update patient records and X-ray results in the EHR/PMS.
• Assist with fitting/removal of retainers, expanders, and braces.
• Provide post-treatment instructions including retainer care.
• Educate patients on care of braces and appliances.
• Monitor inventory and reorder supplies as needed.
• Support a positive and professional patient experience.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Patient communication

HIPAA compliance

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Orthodontic assisting program

Job description

Orthodontic Assistant - Roos Orthodontics

Redmond, WA

The Orthodontic Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the orthodontist and clinical team to ensure efficient, safe, and comfortable patient care. This position involves assisting with orthodontic procedures, managing instruments and equipment, maintaining a clean and organized treatment environment, and delivering exceptional patient service.

• Assist the orthodontist during treatments, including placing and removing braces, taking impressions, adjusting wires, and applying/removing elastics and other orthodontic appliances
• Ensure patient comfort and respond to patient needs throughout procedures
• Prepare patients for orthodontic treatments, explaining procedures and addressing questions or concerns
• Ensure patients are properly positioned, and instruments and materials are readily available to support efficient treatment
• Sterilize and prepare instruments, equipment, and materials in compliance with infection control protocols
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked clinical areas and treatment rooms
• Take diagnostic X-rays, panoramic images, or digital scans as required for treatment planning
• Update and maintain accurate patient records, treatment progress notes, and X-ray results in the practice management system (EHR/PMS)
• Assist with the fitting, adjustment, and removal of orthodontic appliances such as retainers, expanders, and braces
• Provide post-treatment instructions, including retainer care and the importance of follow-up visits
• Educate patients on the proper care of braces, wires, and orthodontic appliances to ensure optimal results
• Monitor inventory of orthodontic supplies and materials, reordering as needed to maintain adequate stock
• Support a positive and professional patient experience

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited orthodontic assisting program preferred
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience as an orthodontic assistant or dental assistant, preferably with orthodontic focus
• Knowledge of orthodontic procedures, appliances, and terminology
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and the orthodontic team
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations
• Team members are expected to uphold the culture outlined in the SDB Handbook, with a focus on our core values and any additional responsibilities as defined
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off