Orthodontic Assistant

Orthodontic Assistant - West Chester, PA

We are a well-established, private pediatric and family dental practice in West Chester, PA, dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to children and families in a warm, welcoming environment.

We are a fun, close-knit group of ladies who truly love what we do and who we do it with! We are looking for one last piece to our puzzle-for now at least! We all pull our own weight and always help one another when needed. If you're looking for a team that feels like a work family, apply today and come see if this could be your next work home!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Orthodontist chairside during orthodontic procedures

• Greet and escort patients to operatories

• Take radiographs as instructed by the provider

• Set up and break down operatories for each patient

• Clean and disinfect treatment areas after each visit

• Maintain sterilization protocols and infection control standards according to OSHA, federal, and state guidelines

• Maintain equipment and ensure materials are stocked daily

• Support front desk operations including scheduling appointments, checking in patients, and verifying patient demographics

• Retrieve charts and document treatment plans and patient information

• Assist with general office administration tasks

Basic Requirements

• 0-5 years of experience in a dental or orthodontic setting

• Vocational/Technical training or Associate's Degree preferred

• Radiology Certification and DPH Dental Assistant License required

• Familiarity with dental software, email, and Microsoft Word

• Ability to lift 25 lbs. with or without accommodation

Preferred Qualifications

• Beginning orthodontic records: study models, X-rays, panorex, cephalometric images, and digital photographs

• Experience with 1BA, adjustments, FCDB, and debands

• Taking impressions, pouring and trimming models for appliances and presentations

• Handling lab cases including retainers, appliances, and study models

• Photo documentation including intra-oral and extra-oral photos

• Bending and coordinating arch wires

• Removal of fixed bands and brackets

• Wire removal and placement

• Ligature removal and replacement

• Fitting headgear and providing instructions to patients

• Sizing, fitting, and cementing orthodontic bands

• Taking PVS impressions and bite registrations for Invisalign treatment

• Separator placement

• Fabrication of orthodontic retainers

• Orthodontic case presentations to patients and parents

• Educating patients and parents on oral hygiene, rubber band wear, treatment progress, and cooperation

• Coordinating communication between orthodontists and general dentists

• Ordering orthodontic supplies and maintaining inventory

• Experience working with patients with special healthcare needs, including those with cognitive or developmental conditions

• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills

• Ability to work closely with parents, guardians, and caregivers

Benefits

• 401(k)

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Flexible spending account (FSA)

• Health savings account (HSA)

• Paid time off

• Paid holidays

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Uniforms

• Performance bonuses

• Pet insurance

License / Certification

• Radiology Certification

• DPH Dental Assistant License

If you are team-oriented, motivated, and passionate about helping patients achieve beautiful, healthy smiles, we would love to meet you.

Apply today and join a team that truly enjoys working together!