Healthcare, Dental, Dental Support Organization (DSO)

Orthodontic Assistant at Foothill Orthodontics

Salt Lake City, UTOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 1 day ago

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Required skills

orthodontic assisting program
orthodontic assistant
dental assistant
orthodontic focus
orthodontic procedures
orthodontic appliances
orthodontic terminology
manual dexterity
communication skills
patient confidentiality

Role summary

Foothill Orthodontics is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to support the orthodontist and clinical team in providing efficient, safe, and comfortable patient care. Responsibilities include assisting with orthodontic procedures, managing instruments, maintaining a clean environment, and ensuring exceptional patient service. The role requires a high school diploma, 1-2 years of experience, knowledge of orthodontic procedures and appliances, strong manual dexterity, excellent communication skills, and adherence to HIPAA regulations. Experience with practice management software and inventory management is also necessary.

The Orthodontic Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the orthodontist and clinical team to ensure efficient, safe, and comfortable patient care. This position involves assisting with orthodontic procedures, managing instruments and equipment, maintaining a clean and organized treatment environment, and delivering exceptional patient service.

Essential Responsibilities:

Assist the orthodontist during treatments, including placing and removing braces, taking impressions, adjusting wires, and applying/removing elastics and other orthodontic appliances

Ensure patient comfort and respond to patient needs throughout procedures

Prepare patients for orthodontic treatments, explaining procedures and addressing questions or concerns

Ensure patients are properly positioned, and instruments and materials are readily available to support efficient treatment

Sterilize and prepare instruments, equipment, and materials in compliance with infection control protocols

Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked clinical areas and treatment rooms

Take diagnostic X-rays, panoramic images, or digital scans as required for treatment planning

Update and maintain accurate patient records, treatment progress notes, and X-ray results in the practice management system (EHR/PMS)

Assist with the fitting, adjustment, and removal of orthodontic appliances such as retainers, expanders, and braces

Provide post-treatment instructions, including retainer care and the importance of follow-up visits

Educate patients on the proper care of braces, wires, and orthodontic appliances to ensure optimal results

Monitor inventory of orthodontic supplies and materials, reordering as needed to maintain adequate stock

Support a positive and professional patient experience

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited orthodontic assisting program preferred

Minimum 1–2 years of experience as an orthodontic assistant or dental assistant, preferably with orthodontic focus

Knowledge of orthodontic procedures, appliances, and terminology

Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and the orthodontic team

Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations

Team members are expected to uphold the culture outlined in the SDB Handbook, with a focus on our core values and any additional responsibilities as defined

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