Orthodontic Dental Assistant - Mentorship & Modern Tech

Capital Kids Dentistry and Orthodontics; Silver Spring (MD); Vor Ort; USD 36.000 - 41.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Modern facilities and advanced tech

Mentorship and career growth

Diverse patient base and meaningful cl

Competitive compensation: $26-$30/hour

Zusammenfassung

Capital Kids Dentistry and Orthodontics in Silver Spring, MD seeks an orthodontic dental assistant to support a patient-centered experience. You will greet patients, take radiographs and impressions, and help prepare and sterilize the treatment space for orthodontic care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, punctuality, and clear communication within a modern practice that offers mentorship and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifikationen

• Active license/registration to practice as a dental assistant, as required by your state.
• 6+ months of experience as an orthodontic assistant.
• CODA accredited dental assisting program completed (preferred).
• Proficiency fitting bands and brackets, tying arch wires, and taking impressions.
• Punctual, professional, and a strong team player.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized with strong knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology.

Aufgaben

• 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.

Kenntnisse

Team player

Communication skills

Punctual and professional

Organized and detail oriented

Ausbildung

Active dental assistant license/registration

CODA-accredited dental assisting program (preferred)

Jobbeschreibung

Capital Kids Dentistry and Orthodontics in Silver Spring, MD seeks an orthodontic dental assistant to support a patient-centered experience. You will greet patients, take radiographs and impressions, and help prepare and sterilize the treatment space for orthodontic care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, punctuality, and clear communication within a modern practice that offers mentorship and opportunities for career growth.