Orthodontic Dental Assistant - Part-Time

Kellyn W. Hodges Orthodontics; Bensalem Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Hodges Orthodontics - Bensalem & Montgomeryville is seeking an experienced Orthodontic Dental Assistant for a 3 days/week schedule to support our orthodontists. You will assist the dentist chairside during procedures and monitor patient comfort throughout visits.

You will also help with documentation, patient education, radiographs, and front desk support as needed. Our team values empathy, collaboration, and precision in patient care.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as an Orthodontic Dental Assistant.
• CRP Certification – Radiography/X-ray per state guidelines.
• Familiar with dental terminology and procedures.
• Maintains a positive, collaborative and supportive disposition with team and patients.
• Complies with state dental practice requirements (X-ray requirements, OSHA, CE training).
• Adheres to HIPAA and HITECH Act of 2009.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-focused care and strive for the best patient experience.
• Chairside assistance with orthodontic treatments.
• Document and maintain patient records accurately.
• Listen to and address patient concerns with empathy.
• Explain treatment plans and oral health maintenance to patients.
• Oversee operatory setup, sterilization, and cleanup.
• Take radiographs/x-rays as required by procedures.
• Assist front desk and office manager with administrative tasks.

Skills

Orthodontic experience

Radiography/X-ray

HIPAA/HITECH

Job description

Orthodontic Dental Assistant - 3 days/week

Our practice is seeking an experienced, Dental Assistant to support our Orthodontists here at Hodges Orthodontics - Bensalem & Montgomeryville!

As a clinical team member, you will be assisting the dentist in procedures and monitoring the patient’s overall comfort and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Strive to provide the best patient experience
• Support and Assist dentist chairside with clinical treatment of patients.
• Assist with documentation and the upkeep of records
• Listen, empathize and address all patient concerns
• Provide clear communication and education on treatment plans and maintaining oral health.
• Oversee operatory set-up and clean-up, including sterilization process.
• Take radiographs/x-rays
• Support front desk and office manager as needed with admin needs, patient calls, etc.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience as Orthodontic Dental Assistant
• CRP Certification- Radiography/ X-RAY certification per state guidelines
• Well versed in dental terminology and procedures
• Maintains a positive, collaborative and supportive disposition with team and patients
• Maintain compliance with state dental practice requirements (i.e., X-ray requirements, OSHA, and CE training).
• Understands and complies with HIPAA and HITECH Act of 2009