Orthodontic Dental Assistant — Growth & Mentorship

Salt Dental Partners; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern facilities

Advanced technology

Mentorship

Career growth

Diverse patients

Clinical impact

Job summary

Salt Dental Partners in Virginia Beach seeks an orthodontic assistant to support clinicians and enhance the patient experience. You will greet patients, assist with radiographs, impressions, and charting, and help implement treatment plans with the orthodontist.

Join a team focused on excellent patient care, strong collaboration, and a culture that supports every team member’s growth and development.

Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Punctual, professional, and a strong team player.
• Proficiency fitting bands and brackets, tying arch wires, taking impressions.

Responsibilities

• Greet and support patients before, during, and after their appointment.
• Take and process dental radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos.
• Prepare and sterilize the treatment room and equipment.
• Document orthodontic care by charting patient records.
• Assist the orthodontist in assessing patients and implementing treatment plans.
• Perform routine orthodontic duties, including adjusting orthodontic gear.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Punctual

Education

CODA-accredited program

Dental assistant license/registration

Job description

Salt Dental Partners in Virginia Beach seeks an orthodontic assistant to support clinicians and enhance the patient experience. You will greet patients, assist with radiographs, impressions, and charting, and help implement treatment plans with the orthodontist.

Join a team focused on excellent patient care, strong collaboration, and a culture that supports every team member’s growth and development.