Orthodontic Dental Assistant - Patient-Centric, Full-Time

Advanced Dental Management; Bala Cynwyd (PA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hodges Orthodontics in Bala Cynwyd, PA is seeking an experienced Orthodontic Dental Assistant to support our orthodontists five days a week in a full-time role.

You will assist the dentist chairside, monitor patient comfort, take radiographs, and help manage documentation and scheduling. The role requires 1+ year experience in orthodontic dentistry and XRAY certification, with a collaborative approach to patient care.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience as Orthodontic Dental Assistant.
• Radiography/X-ray certification per state guidelines.
• Strong dental terminology knowledge.
• Positive, collaborative attitude with team and patients.
• Maintains compliance with state dental practice requirements (X-ray, OSHA, CE).
• Understands HIPAA and HITECH Act of 2009.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-focused care and comfort.
• Assist dentist chairside during procedures.
• Documentation and record keeping.
• Take radiographs/x-rays.
• Support front desk and admin as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Chairside assistance

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

CRP Certification

Tools

X-ray equipment

Job description

Hodges Orthodontics in Bala Cynwyd, PA is seeking an experienced Orthodontic Dental Assistant to support our orthodontists five days a week in a full-time role.

You will assist the dentist chairside, monitor patient comfort, take radiographs, and help manage documentation and scheduling. The role requires 1+ year experience in orthodontic dentistry and XRAY certification, with a collaborative approach to patient care.