What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthodontic Assistant position at FPDS LYO PLLC?
Orthodontic Assistant – Full-Time
Lustig & Young Orthodontics | Traveling Position
Lustig & Young Orthodontics (LYO) is seeking an experienced Orthodontic Assistant to join our team! If you enjoy hands-on patient care, work well in a busy practice, and take pride in helping patients feel comfortable and confident throughout treatment, we’d love to meet you.
This full-time position supports all four LYO locations. Reliable transportation and the ability to travel between offices based on the practice schedule are required.
What You’ll Do
- Assist orthodontists with bonding, debonding, adjustments, and other clinical procedures.
- Perform permitted orthodontic assisting duties, including wire changes, appliance support, and Invisalign attachments, as authorized by your credentials and applicable requirements.
- Take patient X-rays, photographs, impressions, and digital scans.
- Prepare patients, instruments, and treatment areas for appointments.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene, appliances, aligners, and treatment instructions.
- Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
- Follow sterilization and infection prevention protocols.
- Support patient care and daily clinical operations across all four locations.
What We’re Looking For
- Previous orthodontic assisting experience required.
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credential or ability to meet applicable registration and certification requirements.
- Hands-on experience with bonding, debonding, wire changes, rapid palatal expanders (RPEs), impressions or digital scans, X-rays, and Invisalign attachments.
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to all four LYO locations.
- Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
- A dependable, collaborative approach and commitment to excellent patient care.
- Ability to stay organized and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join LYO?
- Full-time opportunity with an established orthodontic practice.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k).
- Training, professional development, and opportunities for growth.
- Modern orthodontic technology.
- Supportive team environment.
- Employee incentives and team activities.
Benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable plan or program terms.
Apply Today
Bring your orthodontic experience and patient-focused approach to Lustig & Young Orthodontics. Submit your resume to apply!
Equal Employment Opportunity
Lustig & Young Orthodontics is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process.