Orthodontic Assistant (X-ray certified)

Overview:

Are you ready to work in a practice where every child is treated with compassion, every family feels welcomed, and every visit is designed to create a positive dental experience.

 

At Children’s Dental Health, we believe that empathy, teamwork, and exceptional patient care are at the heart of everything we do. As a proud affiliate of Chord Specialty Dental Partners, you'll have the support, resources, and opportunities needed to thrive while helping us deliver outstanding care to the communities we serve.

 

How does this shape your job experience?

 

We combine our individuality and child-centered dental expertise to practice group dentistry to create healthy smiles and positive experiences that last a lifetime. By working together as one team, we provide compassionate, high-quality care tailored to the unique needs of every child and family.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain a positive and friendly attitude and deliver excellent customer service to patients 
• Coordinate patient care and treatment according to the doctor and other team members 
• Assist the orthodontist during procedures, including taking X-rays, preparing materials, and providing chairside support 
• Ensure a clean and sterile environment by following proper infection control protocols and aseptic techniques 
• Properly sterilizes instruments on a regular basis 
• Assists doctor with cementation of bands and bracket placement 
• Properly take the correct x-rays when needed on each patient 

Qualifications:

• Previous orthodontics experience
• DANB X-Ray certification
• Warm, friendly, courteous, and enjoys working with children 
• Punctual, responsible, and a fast learner 
• Ability to multitask is critical 
• Be receptive to training and coaching on best practices 

 

Compensation: $20/hour

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:20am - 4:00pm 

Location: Philadelphia, PA 19149