Orthodontic Dental Assistant — Part-Time, Modern Office

Dental Care Alliance; Amherst (NH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability benefits

401(k) plan

Continuing education support

Modern office with advanced dental?l

Benefits package including dental and

Job summary

Children's Dental Center of New Hampshire is seeking an Orthodontic Dental Assistant in Amherst, New Hampshire to support our clinical team with high-quality patient care in a collaborative, team-based environment.

As a Dental Assistant you will prep treatment rooms, assist dentists, take X-rays, educate patients, and help maintain records. This part-time position offers a Monday-Friday window, competitive pay, and benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program or 1 year of experience.
• X-Ray certification preferred.
• Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA) preferred.
• Nitrous Oxide certification highly recommended.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake.
• Help dentist manage emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency directory.

Skills

Dental assisting

Radiography

Patient care

CPR certification

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

X-Ray certification

Nitrous Oxide certification

Certified Orthodontic Assistant - COA

Job description

Children's Dental Center of New Hampshire is seeking an Orthodontic Dental Assistant in Amherst, New Hampshire to support our clinical team with high-quality patient care in a collaborative, team-based environment.

As a Dental Assistant you will prep treatment rooms, assist dentists, take X-rays, educate patients, and help maintain records. This part-time position offers a Monday-Friday window, competitive pay, and benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401(k).