full-time 10 hours ago
Dental Assistant, Orthodontics
PARKER ORTHODONTICS
109 N Pine Street, Ellensburg, WA, 98926
20 - 22/hr
About the Practice
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Job Description
Dental Assistant, Orthodontics
About the Role
Join a dental practice built on excellent patient care, strong teamwork, and a culture that supports every member of the team. This role is central to the patient experience, and thrives on collaboration with doctors and staff to deliver a consistently positive visit for every patient.
Responsibilities
Greet and support patients before, during, and after their appointment
Take and process dental radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos
Prepare and sterilize the treatment room and equipment
Provide chairside assistance during orthodontic procedures
Document orthodontic care by charting patient records
Assist the orthodontist in assessing patients and implementing treatment plans
Perform routine orthodontic duties, including adjusting orthodontic gear
Qualifications
Active license/registration to practice as a dental assistant, as required by your state
6+ months of experience as an orthodontic assistant
CPR or BLS certification
Completion of a CODA accredited dental assisting program (preferred)
Proficiency fitting bands and brackets, tying arch wires, and taking impressions
Punctual, professional, and a strong team player
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Organized with strong knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology
What We Offer
Compensation Range: $20 - $22 per hour, depending on experience
Modern facilities and advanced technology
Mentorship and career growth opportunities
A diverse patient base and meaningful clinical work
About the Role
Join a dental practice built on excellent patient care, strong teamwork, and a culture that supports every member of the team. This role is central to the patient experience, and thrives on collaboration with doctors and staff to deliver a consistently positive visit for every patient.
Responsibilities
Greet and support patients before, during, and after their appointment
Take and process dental radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos
Prepare and sterilize the treatment room and equipment
Provide chairside assistance during orthodontic procedures
Document orthodontic care by charting patient records
Assist the orthodontist in assessing patients and implementing treatment plans
Perform routine orthodontic duties, including adjusting orthodontic gear
Qualifications
Active license/registration to practice as a dental assistant, as required by your state
6+ months of experience as an orthodontic assistant
CPR or BLS certification
Completion of a CODA accredited dental assisting program (preferred)
Proficiency fitting bands and brackets, tying arch wires, and taking impressions
Punctual, professional, and a strong team player
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Organized with strong knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology
What We Offer
Compensation Range: $20 - $22 per hour, depending on experience
Modern facilities and advanced technology
Mentorship and career growth opportunities
A diverse patient base and meaningful clinical work
About PARKER ORTHODONTICS
Parker Orthodontics aims to provide the best smiles in Kittitas County. Dr. Joseph Parker, with a background in finance, graduated top of his class from the University of Michigan and completed his orthodontic residency at Saint Louis University in 2010.