Orthodontic Assistant -Short Pump & Atlee

The practice seeks an Orthodontic Assistant to perform clinical and administrative tasks including chairside assistance, taking x-rays and impressions, preparing and taking patient molds, fabricating Essix retainers, placing/changing/removing separators, arch wires, brackets and ligature ties, performing temporary cementation and removing temporary crowns and orthodontic bands, adjusting clear aligners and retainers, and delivering aligners and adjusted retainers and braces via indirect bonding techniques. Responsibilities also include sterilization and infection control, maintaining lab tracking and supplies, reviewing the doctor’s schedule and preparing for appointments, helping keep the schedule on time, and assisting with administrative duties as needed. Required qualifications include at least six months of orthodontic experience or completion of a dental assisting program, X-ray certification, and BLS certification. Typical work hours are 8:00 am–5:00 pm Monday–Thursday and 8:00 am–1:00 pm Friday. Pay range is $17–$25 per hour based on experience. Physical requirements include prolonged standing, sitting in awkward positions, and repetitive hand movements.