Traveling Orthodontic Dental Assistant

42 North Dental; Derry (NH); Sur place; USD 43 000 - 47 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

42 North Dental is seeking a Traveling Orthodontic Dental Assistant to join our Specialty team across multiple New Hampshire locations, including Derry, Rochester, Concord, and Manchester. You will assist the orthodontist, prepare rooms, take records and X-rays, and educate patients to ensure a smooth, positive experience.

The role requires reliable transportation, willingness to travel, and dedication to patient care. Mileage reimbursement is provided and the team supports travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Previous dental or orthodontic assisting experience not required but preferred.
• Dental assisting certification (if applicable to state requirements)
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Knowledge of orthodontic procedures and terminology preferred
• Ability to take digital X-rays and intraoral photographs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to provide excellent patient care and customer service
• Coachable and willing to learn
• A team player
• Detail-oriented
• Dependable and accountable
• Friendly and patient-focused
• Able to work in a fast-paced clinical setting

Responsabilités

• Assist the orthodontist during patient procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments
• Take orthodontic records, including photographs, impressions/scans, and X-rays
• Assist with bonding, debonding, wire changes, and appliance adjustments as permitted
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and orthodontic appliance care
• Review post-treatment instructions with patients
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation
• Monitor inventory and maintain clinical supplies
• Maintain OSHA, infection control, and sterilization standards
• Help maintain an efficient patient flow and schedule
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance

Connaissances

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Reliable attendance

Ability to work in fast-paced settings

Formation

Dental assisting certification

Outils

Digital X-rays

Intraoral photographs

Description du poste

Built by dentists for dentists, we continually raise the bar for what’s possible in the practice of dentistry by delivering healthy, confident smiles for life.

With our roots in Boston, the best-in-the-nation healthcare hub, we are uniquely positioned to partner with preeminent healthcare solution providers to test and launch new treatments, technologies, and add new specialties and services. It is all part of our mission to chart a bold new course for the practice of dentistry.

Our name refers to the latitude of Boston, MA, where we put down roots. Boston is known as the “City of Firsts,” where innovation, collaboration, and excellence come together. These key building blocks are the foundation of any great healthcare organization.

Why You’ll Love this Orthodontic Dental Assistant Job!

TheTraveling Orthodontic Dental Assistant provides essential clinical support to strengthen the relationship between patients and dental providers, enhance the efficiency of care delivery, and ensure high-quality orthodontic treatment.

This role is responsible for maintaining effective communication among dentists, patients, and administrative staff to create a welcoming, organized, and positive patient experience.

The ideal candidate is dependable, motivated, and patient-focused, with excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced orthodontic environment. We are looking for someone who is passionate about patient care, enjoys working as part of a team, and is committed to providing exceptional service.

Our Specialty team travels to multiple locations. Reliable transportation and willingness to travel required. Mileage reimbursement provided.

Requires local travel between the following locations: Derry, Rochester, Concord, Manchester, South Manchester, Nashua, and South Nashua.

Responsibilities:

Primary Responsibilities

Assist the orthodontist during patient procedures

Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments

Take orthodontic records, including photographs, impressions/scans, and X-rays

Assist with bonding, debonding, wire changes, and appliance adjustments as permitted

Educate patients on oral hygiene and orthodontic appliance care

Review post-treatment instructions with patients

Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation

Monitor inventory and maintain clinical supplies

Maintain OSHA, infection control, and sterilization standards

Help maintain an efficient patient flow and schedule

Professional Expectations

Maintain a positive and professional attitude

Demonstrate accountability and ownership of responsibilities

Communicate effectively with doctors, coworkers, and patients

Be proactive and anticipate the needs of the doctor

Maintain efficiency without compromising patient care

Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to assist throughout the office

Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance

Skills & Qualifications:

Previous dental or orthodontic assisting experience not required but preferred

Dental assisting certification (if applicable to state requirements)

Current CPR/BLS certification

Knowledge of orthodontic procedures and terminology preferred

Ability to take digital X-rays and intraoral photographs

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities

Professional appearance and demeanor

Reliable attendance and punctuality

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to provide excellent patient care and customer service

• Coachable and willing to learn
• A team player
• Detail-oriented
• Dependable and accountable
• Friendly and patient-focused
• Able to work in a fast-paced clinical setting

When you join 42 North Dental, you will be part of a team that always has your back and trusts your expertise. If you want to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives, apply today!

Hourly Rate

$31 - $34 USD

Disclosures

42NDC values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
42NDC is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, genetic information, including family medical history, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.