What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthodontic Assistant position at Alpha Home Health and Hospice?
Role: Full-time Orthodontic Assistant responsible for supporting orthodontists in patient care at a kid-friendly, modern facility.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Assist chair-side during treatments, including preparing molds, adjusting aligners, and changing rubber bands, wires, and brackets.
- Take and process dental radiographs (x-rays).
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
- Perform laboratory duties related to orthodontic appliances.
- Help patients feel comfortable throughout their visit.
- Dental Assistant certification (CDA or RDA) required.
- X-ray certification is a plus.
- 1-3 years of dental assisting experience.
Salary : $20