Orthodontic Dental Assistant for Growth & Benefits

The Smilist Dental; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

The Smilist Dental in New Jersey is seeking a reliable Orthodontics Dental Assistant to join a warm, professional team. You will support clinicians, prepare treatment rooms, and help ensure a positive patient experience at multiple office locations, including Brick, Toms River, Lacey, Jackson, and Englishtown.

This role requires an active NJ x-ray license and prior orthodontics experience. If you are patient-focused, detail-oriented, and eager to grow with a supportive, growth-minded team, apply

Qualifications

• Active NJ x-ray license required.
• Prior orthodontics experience required.
• Proven experience as a dental assistant.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and infection control.
• Dentrix experience preferred.
• Strong communication and patient-focused approach.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team.
• Organized and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist orthodontists during procedures to ensure quality care.
• Prepare patients and equipment for treatment.
• Maintain clean, sterile treatment rooms.
• Escort patients and support front desk operations.
• Prepare instrument trays and treatment rooms.
• Monitor supplies and assist with ordering.
• Follow infection control and safety protocols.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient-focused

Team collaboration

Education

Active NJ x-ray license

Orthodontics experience

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

The Smilist Dental in New Jersey is seeking a reliable Orthodontics Dental Assistant to join a warm, professional team. You will support clinicians, prepare treatment rooms, and help ensure a positive patient experience at multiple office locations, including Brick, Toms River, Lacey, Jackson, and Englishtown.

This role requires an active NJ x-ray license and prior orthodontics experience. If you are patient-focused, detail-oriented, and eager to grow with a supportive, growth-minded team, apply