Traveling Orthodontic Assistant – PT, X-Ray Licensed

Nuva-Smile; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Nuva-Smile is seeking a Part-Time Orthodontic Assistant to join our busy family practice. The role involves supporting the orthodontist in patient assessments, preparing and assisting with braces, and handling radiographs. X-ray license is required.

The candidate should be able to travel to locations such as Old Bridge, Clifton, East Orange, Paterson, Totowa and surrounding areas and must have a dental assistant license or relevant clinical experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Diploma from accredited orthodontic assistant program or relevant clinical experience.
• X-ray license required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of orthodontic procedures, terminology and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist orthodontist in patient assessment and treatment planning.
• Assist and prepare orthodontic procedures, such as fitting braces, adjusting wires, and placing elastics.
• Sterilize, set up and prepare orthodontic equipment and instrumentation.
• Prepare and maintain medical records and documentation.
• Create patient file entries.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays).
• Provide patient instruction and education on oral hygiene and care.
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
• Perform basic laboratory duties.
• Schedule patient appointments.
• Manage patient flow.
• Under supervision of the Orthodontist, deliver and assist with direct patient care.
• Take diagnostic records.
• Document and prepare cases.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Customer focus

Ethical

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Orthodontic assistant program diploma

Tools

X-ray license

Job description

Nuva-Smile is seeking a Part-Time Orthodontic Assistant to join our busy family practice. The role involves supporting the orthodontist in patient assessments, preparing and assisting with braces, and handling radiographs. X-ray license is required.

The candidate should be able to travel to locations such as Old Bridge, Clifton, East Orange, Paterson, Totowa and surrounding areas and must have a dental assistant license or relevant clinical experience.