What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthodontic Dental Assistant position at Vitana Pediatric & Orthodontic Partners?
About Us:
Our orthodontic team is dedicated to creating confident, healthy smiles in a fun and efficient environment. We value teamwork, adaptability, and a strong patient-centered focus.
Position Overview:
We’re looking for a motivated Orthodontic Assistant who is comfortable assisting in treatment, traveling between locations as needed, and working closely within a tight-knit team.
Responsibilities:
- Chairside assisting for orthodontic procedures (e.g., bonding, debonding, archwires, appliance adjustments)
- Taking impressions, digital scans and X-rays with confidence
- Educating patients (and parents) on appliance care, hygiene and treatment expectations
- Supporting treatment planning, tracking appliance progress, and assisting both doctor and front-office staff
- Being proactive in setup, cleanup, sterilization and supporting clinic flow
- Travel between locations when needed — flexibility is key
- Being reliable: first to arrive, last to leave when needed
Qualifications:
- Previous orthodontic assisting experience
- X-ray certification required
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Detail-oriented, organized, genuinely enjoys working with patients
Location:
Travel to our offices in Decatur, Cumming & Norcross is required
Schedule:
Full-time. Occasional weekend hours are required.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
- Supportive, collaborative team
- Growth opportunities in orthodontics
- A role where your efforts directly help patients and their families
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
$25 - $30 an hour
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Salary : $25 - $30