We Are 42 North Dental

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.

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! 

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.