Orthodontic Dental Assistant – Patient-Centric Care

Passion Dental LLC; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Passion Dental LLC in Hartford, CT is seeking an Orthodontic Dental Assistant to support the orthodontist and ensure smooth clinical operations. You will prepare rooms, assist during examinations, and maintain sterility while delivering excellent patient care.

The ideal candidate has orthodontic experience, radiography certification if required, and strong communication skills to guide patients through treatment and expectations. This full-time role offers a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Orthodontic assisting experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Dental Assistant certification/licensure, radiology certification if required by state.

Responsibilities

• Assist the orthodontist during patient examinations and treatment procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms and ensure instruments are sterilized and maintained.
• Take and process digital radiographs, photographs, impressions, and scans as allowed by state regulations.
• Place and remove orthodontic appliances, archwires, ligatures, and other materials as directed by the orthodontist.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, appliance care, and treatment expectations.
• Update and maintain accurate patient records and treatment notes.
• Monitor inventory and assist with ordering clinical supplies as needed.
• Ensure compliance with infection control, OSHA, HIPAA, and safety protocols.
• Provide outstanding customer service and help create a positive patient experience.
• Support office operations and collaborate with team members to achieve practice goals.

Skills

Orthodontic assisting

Radiology competency

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental assistant certification/licensure

Radiology certification

Tools

Orthodontic software

Digital scanners

Job description

Passion Dental LLC in Hartford, CT is seeking an Orthodontic Dental Assistant to support the orthodontist and ensure smooth clinical operations. You will prepare rooms, assist during examinations, and maintain sterility while delivering excellent patient care.

The ideal candidate has orthodontic experience, radiography certification if required, and strong communication skills to guide patients through treatment and expectations. This full-time role offers a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.