Orthodontic Dental Assistant

BOND MANAGEMENT PARTNERS LLC; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventure Orthodontics in Idaho Falls is seeking an Orthodontic Technician to work chairside with our orthodontist, assisting during exams and procedures and helping patients feel comfortable.

No prior orthodontic experience is required; full training is provided. You will prepare treatment rooms, take photos and x-rays, and follow infection control and safety protocols.

This role offers a hands-on start in a friendly, team-oriented practice with opportunities to grow within the clinic.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• No orthodontic or dental assisting experience is necessary—training provided.
• Comfortable working with patients of all ages, including children and teens.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Friendly, patient-focused demeanor and clear communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work flexible shifts as scheduling needs arise.
• Comfortable following infection control and clinical safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the orthodontist chairside during exams and procedures.
• Place and remove orthodontic bands, brackets, and archwires under supervision.
• Take intraoral photos, x-rays, and digital scans/impressions.
• Prepare rooms and sterilize equipment before and after appointments.
• Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and appliance care.
• Provide patients with orthodontic supplies and usage instructions.
• Monitor patient comfort and report concerns to the orthodontist.
• Maintain accurate notes and update patient charts after visits.
• Follow infection control and OSHA safety protocols.
• Assist with scheduling and inventory of clinical supplies.

Skills

People skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Orthodontic Technician works chairside with our orthodontist to provide direct patient care, including placing and adjusting braces and appliances, taking photos and x-rays, and helping patients feel comfortable and informed throughout treatment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the orthodontist chairside during exams, adjustments, and procedures
• Place and remove orthodontic bands, brackets, and archwires under the orthodontist's direction
• Take intraoral and facial photographs, x-rays, and digital scans/impressions of patients' teeth
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize/set up instruments and equipment before and after appointments
• Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene, appliance care, and at-home maintenance of braces or aligners
• Provide patients with orthodontic supplies (wax, elastics, retainer cases) and instructions for use
• Monitor patient comfort during procedures and communicate any concerns to the orthodontist
• Maintain accurate clinical notes and update patient charts following each visit
• Follow all infection control, sterilization, and OSHA safety protocols
• Assist with scheduling, inventory of clinical supplies, and other chairside support tasks as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• No prior orthodontic or dental assisting experience necessary — training provided
• Comfortable working closely with patients of all ages, including children and teens
• Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail
• Friendly, patient-focused demeanor and clear communication skills
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work flexible shifts as scheduling needs arise
• Comfortable following infection control and clinical safety procedures

Why Join Adventure Orthodontics

• Hands-on clinical training in orthodontic procedures and technology — no experience needed to start
• A fun, team-oriented office culture that celebrates patients' smiles and milestones
• Opportunity to grow into additional clinical roles within the practice

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Loyal

: Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Enthusiastic

: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

Work-Life Balance

: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Self-Starter

: Inspired to perform without outside help

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