Orthodontic Dental Assistant - Part Time

DOCS; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

DOCS Health in Kentucky is seeking a Dental Assistant with orthodontic experience to join our team. You will handle orthodontic techniques, impressions, Itero scanning, and support Invisalign and 6-month smiles procedures, while building rapport with patients.

The on-site role requires the license, at least 2 years of orthodontic experience, X-ray and CPR/BLS certification, Real ID readiness, and a valid driver's license to ensure reliable transport.

Qualifications

• Current Dental Assistant License / DANB certification.
• Minimum of 2 years of orthodontic experience.
• X-Ray Certification.
• CPR/BLS Certification.
• Must have or be willing to obtain a Real ID prior to starting.
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Apply orthodontic techniques including tie bands, bonding, and standard braces.
• Perform impressions and utilize Itero scanning technology.
• Assist with Invisalign and 6-month Smiles procedures.
• Build rapport with patients and prepare them for dental work.
• Maintain excellent verbal and written communication.
• Operate dental software and equipment proficiently.
• Set up and break down procedures, including proper disposal of biohazards.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment.
• Adhere to all infection control procedures.
• Complete daily and monthly clerical reporting.

Skills

Orthodontic experience

Communication

Infection control

Education

Dental Assistant License / DANB certification

Tools

Itero scanning

Dental software

X-ray equipment

Job description

Schedule:

• Two Fridays per month: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Responsibilities:

• Apply orthodontic techniques including tie bands, bonding, and standard braces
• Perform impressions and utilize Itero scanning technology
• Assist with Invisalign and 6-month Smiles procedures
• Build rapport with patients and prepare them for dental work
• Maintain excellent verbal and written communication
• Operate dental software and equipment proficiently
• Set up and break down procedures, including proper disposal of biohazards
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment
• Adhere to all infection control procedures
• Complete daily and monthly clerical reporting

Requirements

Requirements:

• Current Dental Assistant License / DANB certification
• Minimum of 2 years of orthodontic experience
• X-Ray Certification
• CPR/BLS Certification
• Must have or be willing to obtain a Real ID prior to starting
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation

If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo background check (including criminal record check) and drug screening. We use E-Verify in our hiring process.

DOCS Health is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions, policies, and practices are in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. DOCS Health will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination (including any form of unlawful harassment) on account of a person's sex (including pregnancy), age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender nonconformity, status as a transgender individual, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, family responsibility, armed services, or any other status protected by law.