Orthodontic Dental Assistant — Patient-Focused Care

Vitana Pediatric & Orthodontic Partners; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitana Pediatric & Orthodontic Partners in Plantation, FL is seeking an Orthodontic Dental Assistant to support the orthodontist and clinical team. You will assist during procedures, prepare treatment rooms, take impressions and scans, and help adjust appliances while ensuring a welcoming experience for patients of all ages.

Requirements include prior dental assisting experience, state certification, X-ray certification if required, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Prior dental assisting experience is required.
• Dental Assistant certification as required by state.
• Orthodontic assisting experience or certification (if applicable).
• X-ray certification (as required by state).
• CPR/BLS certification preferred.
• Experience with dental software (Dentrix, Ortho2, Open Dental, etc.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the orthodontist during clinical procedures.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and treatment rooms.
• Take dental impressions, digital scans, and photographs.
• Place and remove orthodontic appliances under doctor supervision (brackets, wires, bands, etc.).
• Adjust archwires and change elastics as directed.
• Take orthodontic X-rays in compliance with state guidelines.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, appliance care, and treatment expectations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical notes.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control protocols.
• Support efficient patient flow and operatory turnover.
• Assist with inventory management and stocking supplies.

Skills

Dental assisting

Communication skills

Team player

Multitasking

Infection control

Education

Dental Assistant certification

X-ray certification

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

Dentrix

Ortho2

Open Dental

Job description

Vitana Pediatric & Orthodontic Partners in Plantation, FL is seeking an Orthodontic Dental Assistant to support the orthodontist and clinical team. You will assist during procedures, prepare treatment rooms, take impressions and scans, and help adjust appliances while ensuring a welcoming experience for patients of all ages.

Requirements include prior dental assisting experience, state certification, X-ray certification if required, and strong communication skills.